FAQ: The Diaconal Network
What is a Diaconal Conference?
A diaconal conference is an association of diaconates who represent churches within a classis (a group of churches within a geographical area). They gather together to promote and build the church's ministry of mercy. A diaconal conference promotes the ministry of mercy in a variety of ways:
- promotes mutual learning opportunities for the diaconates within a classis
- provides training for new deacons and leadership roles for deacons in the church
- stimulates support for existing community ministries, especially Operation Manna's partners
- encourages diaconates to search for new ministry opportunities
- promotes international relief and development work of the Christian Reformed World Relief Committee
- encourages volunteer work both locally and internationally through ServiceLink
- communicates with classis on a regular basis where and when possible
What is Diaconal Ministries Canada (DMC)?
Diaconal Ministries Canada (DMC) partners with churches and parachurch organizations across Canada to demonstrate God's love in the community. Our vision and mission statements set the direction (reflected in the goals) for DMC.
What is a Diaconal Ministry Developer?
Diaconal Ministry Developers are individuals with a passion for diaconal ministry. They serve the churches of their classis by visiting the diaconates to give support and encouragement, offering workshops, and giving support to their diaconal conference.
