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Recruiting New Deacons During a Pandemic
We've heard from a few churches that finding new deacons right now is difficult. How is your church handling recruitment?
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March 10, 2021
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COVID Grant Helps Church Address Mental Health
Last fall, World Renew Canada and Diaconal Ministries Canada teamed up to offer COVID grants to churches longing to connect with their local neighourhoods. Here's a story from Kelowna, BC!
February 24, 2021
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New Devotions for Deacons
Starting January 2021, Diaconal Ministries Canada began rolling out a new set of devotions called "Detours; Overcoming Spiritual Roadblocks in Ministry."
December 13, 2020
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Overcoming Roadblocks in Ministry - Devotions for Deacons
A new set of devotions for deacons is coming in 2021—straight to your inbox!
August 24, 2020
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What Are Churches Doing To Encourage Giving as an Act of Worship During COVID-19?
Whether meeting online or in-person, what are churches doing to spark that sense of worship in how they collect their offering?
July 24, 2020
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Expanding Our Definition of Stewardship
Stewardship is the faithful management of all that God has entrusted to us so that creation and all who live in it may flourish.
June 10, 2020
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A Message From the Diaconal Ministries Canada Director
Let’s make it our goal to move beyond “thoughts and prayers” to holistic responses that respect the dignity of all people.
May 8, 2020
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If We Build It, They Will Come. . . ?
Sitting back and waiting for people to come asking for help might just leave the church out of the loop right now.
April 25, 2020
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Grants Available to Canadian Deacons
Deacons who have a great idea for serving their local community right now, but lack the resources, can receive up to $5,000.
April 20, 2020
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NewGround Sunday is May 3, 2020
Is your church holding an offering this year? When you give to NewGround, you are impacting communities across Canada with the love of Christ.
April 20, 2020
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Top 10 Ways Deacons Can Help During COVID-19
Deacons exist to act as conduits through which God blesses others. In very practical terms, what does this mean as COVID-19 continues to spread?
April 1, 2020
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Supporting Deacons Through the Covid-19 Crisis
Diaconal Ministries Canada is working hard to put together resources to help deacons and churches during this difficult time.
February 13, 2020
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A Church on Mission
With a desire for spiritual renewal, Maple Ridge CRC initiated a Community Opportunity Scan in order to listen to their community, their church, and the Holy Spirit.
December 5, 2019
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Deacons at Classis and Synod: From Faraway to Feasible
In this post, we'll talk about the feasibility of attending classis and synod. We'll discus not just the where, but also the when and the how much.
October 23, 2019
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Deacons at Classis & Synod: Moving From Formal to Focused
While classis and synod may seem too formal to some, perhaps there is value in the way they are designed and conducted. Perhaps instead of being too formal, they are actually focused.
September 24, 2019
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Deacons at Classis and Synod: Moving From Foreign to Familiar
Welcoming deacons at Classis and Synod requires paying attention: both to the receiving and to the showing up.
September 6, 2019
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The Four "F" Words Deacons Utter About Classis and Synod
When it comes to deacons at classis and synod, what is your immediate reaction? In our many discussions with deacons (and other ministry leaders), we came to realize this is a pretty hot topic!
July 18, 2019
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Electronic Giving and YOUR Church
How can churches ensure that their members are given the opportunity to support the church's ministries in ways that are accessible and readily available?
July 9, 2019
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6 Ways to Stay Motivated This Summer
How can your diaconate (and church!) get the rest you need AND stay motivated during these cherished summertime months here in Canada?
June 18, 2019
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Policies for Counseling?
We have a church/diaconate hoping to help cover the cost of counseling for those who request it and want to formalize the process for consistency and fairness. Got any suggestions?
June 5, 2019
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Becoming a Greener Church - Caring for God's Creation (Part 3)
It is our Christian responsibility to care for God’s creation, which not only includes personally in our homes, but also corporately, in our churches. So whose job is it to lead the charge in our churches? It's YOURS, Deacons!
April 11, 2019
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Has Your Church Restructured Your Governance Model?
Some churches have begun restructuring their Church Council to allow for better communication, more collaboration, and increased effectiveness. Has your church done this recently? We'd love to hear about it!
April 11, 2019
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NewGround Sunday 2019 Offering Materials
Worship resources have been sent to Canadian churches for the NewGround Offering Sunday (formerly Operation Manna), scheduled for Sunday, May 5, 2019.
April 2, 2019
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Diaconal Ministries Canada Breaks New Ground
We are excited to announce that as of March 1, 2019, the Operation Manna Program was renamed NewGround. Learn more and discover ways to get involved today!
February 24, 2019
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Operation Manna Program Gets an Extreme Makeover
The Operation Manna Program of Diaconal Ministries Canada has been helping churches establish vital community ministries across the country for over 35 years. Read our official Press Release regarding big changes coming to the program!