The United Methodist Deacon
Ordained to Word, Service, Compassion, and Justice
Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Christianity, Denominations, Methodism
| Author: | Margaret Ann Crain | ISBN: | 9781426786389 |
| Publisher: | Abingdon Press | Publication: | March 18, 2014 |
| Imprint: | Abingdon Press | Language: | English |
| Author: | Margaret Ann Crain |
| ISBN: | 9781426786389 |
| Publisher: | Abingdon Press |
| Publication: | March 18, 2014 |
| Imprint: | Abingdon Press |
| Language: | English |
The United Methodist order of deacon represents the ever-evolving understanding of ordained ministry. But because of the continual changes, there is confusion about the call, roll, identity, and tasks of deacons. With vivid examples, this book gives a clear understanding of the order of deacon, beginning with a discussion of how its unique call sets apart persons for ordained ministry. Contents include:
A Deacon Is Called and Sent
A Deacon Is Connectional
A Deacon Is Missional
A Deacon Is Examined and Equipped
The Meaning of Ordination
A Deacon Is Appointed
Deacons Lead the Church
Epilogue: A Snapshot of Deacons and Their Ministry
The United Methodist order of deacon represents the ever-evolving understanding of ordained ministry. But because of the continual changes, there is confusion about the call, roll, identity, and tasks of deacons. With vivid examples, this book gives a clear understanding of the order of deacon, beginning with a discussion of how its unique call sets apart persons for ordained ministry. Contents include:
A Deacon Is Called and Sent
A Deacon Is Connectional
A Deacon Is Missional
A Deacon Is Examined and Equipped
The Meaning of Ordination
A Deacon Is Appointed
Deacons Lead the Church
Epilogue: A Snapshot of Deacons and Their Ministry
