Being a deacon involves a lot more than passing the offering plate. Let's discuss all aspects of being a deacon.
Ken 
Michele
Jodi
Diaconal Ministries
Wendy
Partnering with others in your neighborhood and community increases the effectiveness of service, brings people together, builds relationships, and helps us see how God is moving and acting in our communities.
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!
As our attention turns to World Hunger Sunday, we invite our U.S. churches to consider starting a Growing Project with Growing Hope Globally!
The church finds itself in the midst of transition. Instead of offering "charity" to our communities, what about "investment" with our communities.
What would our churches look like if we intentionally worked WITH our communities? This is a key question I asked myself after becoming the new Church with Community Coordinator.
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.
This issue of For Deacons reflects on the role deacons play and suggests resources for orientation to the office as well as providing a well recognized approach to engaging the neighboring community.
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!
The Extreme Weather Shelter operated by Gateway Church in Abbotsford, B.C., has offered over 160 individuals a dry place to rest this winter. So, is it making a difference? This is part 3 of this series!