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The Work of the Deacon & Deaconess

Harold Nichols

Now presenting the 50th anniversary edition of this best-selling classic in Judson Press's Work of the Church series! This Second Revised Edition of The Work of the Deacon & Deaconess features new and updated content, reflecting the evolving diversity of ministry in the diaconate. Fans will find time-honored material about the traditional roles of the deacon, as well as additional ideas for tailoring the deacon's work to the needs of a growing congregation and changing community. In particular, this second revised edition includes greater differentiation between the roles of deacon (male and female) and deaconess in churches that maintain a distinction in those ministries.This book covers a variety of related topics including: The origin of the deaconRequisites and qualificationsOrganizationOrdinancesThe deacon's role in worship and watchcareThe deacon's responsibilities in reaching out to the unchurchedTrainingRelationshipsFinancesThe role of the fellowship friend planA zone visitation plan

Book Details

  • Publisher: Judson Press
  • Publish Date: May 1st, 2014
  • Pages: 152
  • Language: English
  • Edition: Revised - 0002
  • Dimensions: 6.60in - 5.00in - 0.50in - 0.30lb
  • EAN: 9780817017552
  • Categories: Christian Church - AdministrationChristian Ministry - Pastoral Resources