By the Editor of the Catalogue of St Elisabeth blog https://catalog.obitel-minsk.com/ The diaconate has been a little understood ministry, in fact, often a misunderstood ministry. Although it is one of three ordained orders, most lay people have little or no contact with a deacon, no idea of the history of the diaconate or what it … Continue reading The Meaning of the Diaconate in the Orthodox Church
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A homily by Deacon Greg Kandra and some resources at the end for Palm Sunday services When I was a kid, this was always a busy week. There was planning for the big meal next Sunday. Would it be ham or lamb? Some years, I’d have a new suit – usually a couple sizes too … Continue reading Deacon’s Homily for Palm Sunday and some resources
Nooo - not this sort! Priest candidates have a wealth of experience and reading to tap into before they go to a Bishops' Advisory Panel. However, because we are still few in number, and many places don't have much understanding of the diaconate, there are precious few resources to help diaconal candidates to prepare. In … Continue reading ORDINANDS AND CURATES SHARE REFLECTIONS ON BAP
I'm so pleased that Deacon David Clark's talks are now available through the Diocese of York website. (Thanks to Deacon Liz Carrington) Please note that the talks are wrongly numbered: #3 is in fact the first talk, #1 is second and #2 is third. Becoming a diaconal church: broadening the vision. https://soundcloud.com/dioceseofyork
Deacons’ Conference 22-24th March 2019 Wydale Hall Becoming a Diaconal Church – Broadening the Vision Deacon David and Susan Clark Distinctive deacons from York diocese and beyond were presented with an inspirational vision of an outward facing church by Methodist deacon David Clark. Formerly a presbyter, he is passionate about the renewal of the church … Continue reading BECOMING A DIACONAL CHURCH: BROADENING THE VISION Wydale conference 2019
I love this poem by Malcolm Guite, which especially celebrates single mums and the amazing job so many of them do. As always, you can hear Malcolm reading his poem if you click on the title. I’ve also added some links to resources. Mothering Sunday At last, in spite of all, a recognition, For those … Continue reading MOTHERING SUNDAY: with resources
CHURCH OF SCOTLAND The Diaconate A deacon is someone who has pledged themselves to the service of Jesus Christ and His Church, and has been selected, trained and ordained according to the doctrine and discipline of the Church of Scotland. The office of deacon is recognised by the Church to be a distinctive, life-long office … Continue reading THE DIACONATE, SCOTTISH STYLE
Annunciation We see so little, stayed on surfaces, We calculate the outsides of all things, Preoccupied with our own purposes We miss the shimmer of the angels’ wings, They coruscate around us in their joy A swirl of wheels and eyes and wings unfurled, They guard the good we purpose to destroy, A hidden blaze … Continue reading THE FEAST OF THE ANNUNCIATION
I have permission to reproduce a recent Whatsapp discussion between deacons involved in this vital ministry. I hope you find it as inspiring as I do. It is conversations like these that show how crucial a deacon's contribution is. Deacon David Bean (Southwell diocese) So, 8 months into curacy yr 1 I am thinking about … Continue reading DEACONS DISCUSS (1): town centre ministry
CofE Network of Distinctive Deacons 