Deacons

How can deacons equip their congregations for diakonia? 

Hello, my name is Jack Kooyman, and I am very pleased and grateful for the opportunity to be your new Network Guide for the Deacon's section. 

As a church body we are multi-generational, so how do we deal with the lack of "like mindedness" that may come when we are serving on a team spanning generations?

Many times people begin talking about tithing by going to Malachi 3:10 where God tells his people to bring in the whole tithe, and he will bless them. But remember, the purpose of tithing is not to be blessed but to bless. 

Have you ever wondered about whether justice is worth it?  With some thoughts about this provocative question  and a passionate video you'll get a response that may be more than you bargained for. 

We often have the privilege of hearing another person's story - but have you thought lately about the responsibility that comes with someone sharing with you?  Are you an emotionally safe person - someone who guards their words about others when it comes to reporting, praying or conversations?

We're a couple weeks away from September and for most churches this means it's time to start up programs and meetings again.  How can we as deacons be prepared for what is ahead?

So often we are innundated with magazine images about what hospitality looks like, however, Martha Stewart has it wrong! Hospitality is much simpler than popular culture would have us believe - and more enjoyable too!

Long evenings, vacations, quieted responsibilities often provide opportunities during the summer months for reading.  If you haven't already decided on your book list, I thought I would give you some ideas to explore.