|  Workshops: Being a Deacon

Deacons: Discovering your Role
This workshop is an introduction to the office and work of deacons.  Deacons will explore and discover:

Part One: The Person and Task of the Deacon

• Biblical characteristics of a deacon
• The tasks of the "living" deacon
• Developing a focus

Part Two: Stimulating Ministry in Christ's Name

• Identifying people's needs
• Working with the congregation
• Would you ask for help?
• Looking for needs!

Part Three: Organizing Yourself to Respond

• Organizing your diaconate to respond
• Value of a workplan for a diaconate

Servant Leaders: A Practical Guide for Deacons is a helpful handbook for all deacons.