Lord, we give thanks for the privileges and responsibilities of living in a democratic society. Give us wisdom to play our part at election time, that, through the exercise of each vote, your Kingdom may come closer. Protect us from the sins of despair and cynicism, guard us against the idols of false utopias and … Continue reading A PRAYER FOR THE GENERAL ELECTION
Author: GillK
Gill has been a missioner in Nigeria, Romania and various parishes in England. She was ordained a 'distinctive' deacon in 1991. In this capacity she was warden of the College of St Philip the Deacon in Exeter diocese, and founder member of the CofE Network of Distinctive Deacons https://cofedeacons.org. She has also written the story of her own call, Deacon by Design. https://www.waterstones.com/book/deacon-by-design/gill-kimber/9781910719794
She's passionate about the diaconate and, now retired, continues to support those who are called to this ministry.
The Bishops' Advisory Panel is meeting this week. Please pray for all those who are offering for diaconal ministry. Pray too for more openness in advisors and selectors to the vocation of the diaconate.
Deacon Pat Wright is a nurse and during her working life was one of those who pioneered nursing Aids patients. She does not mention it (typically), but she received the MBE for her work providing health care for Aids patients in Swaziland. Here, she reflects on the outworking of her vocation as a health … Continue reading A DEACON AND AIDS
Getting out of the church and into the world with the gospel of Christ ... encouraging the church to reach out to others and meet their needs with God's love ... that's what the Holy Spirit did at the first Pentecost, and He's still at it today. May we as His deacons be always at … Continue reading PENTECOST: A TRULY DIACONAL MESSAGE!
The DIAKONIA World Federation Prayer Letter for June has been written by Deaconess Ulrike Kellner from Deaconesses' Institute of Kaiserswerth. DIAKONIA Prayer Letter June 2017 In my church tradition we like to choose words from the bible for special occasions. Of course we know very well that you have to consider all the verses around … Continue reading MONTHLY PRAYER LETTER FROM DIAKONIA WORLD FEDERATION
Taxi drivers give lifts for free. Locals offer the hospitality of home and a hug. Many people give their blood for others. World leaders stand together in solidarity and unity of spirit. Emergency services work through the night to serve the people of Manchester . . . "light has entered the world and the darkness … Continue reading A DEACON REFLECTS ON MANCHESTER
Diaconal Ministries Canada have many excellent resources and practical thinking for deacons and those engaged in diaconal ministries. Their latest E-Quip newsletter majors on how deacons can initiate 'benevolent' projects through building relationships without creating dependency: see 'Facing the Giant'. “Looking at the bigger picture of poverty in our community can be overwhelming and often … Continue reading DEACONS: HOW TO AVOID CREATING DEPENDENCY
Compassionate God, whose Love dares to dwell in the midst of us. Be with the people of Manchester today. Grieve with us in our grief, search with us as we seek out lost loved ones, wait with us in the anxiety of unknowing. Help us to give thanks for the people of Manchester - warm, … Continue reading PRAYING FOR MANCHESTER
DEACONS' RETREAT DAY A QUIET DAY FOR BUSY DEACONS 10 JUNE 2017 AT MILL HOUSE RETREATS A retreat day tailored to diaconal ministry Details here: deacons' retreat day 2017
CofE Network of Distinctive Deacons 