Diaconal Resources

Bonisa Mission

Supporting Chinese Christian Ministries with literature, education and diaconal support.

English

Come Over And Help (COAH)

Diaconal outreach to Eastern Europe.

English

Canadian Reformed World Relief Fund

The Fund presents an avenue for members of supporting churches to respond to the needs of their distant neighbours. Affiliated Church Federations: Canadian & American Reformed Churches.

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Kerk Punt

Promote between different diaconal platforms / networks: 1) learn from each other 2) work together as together you are able to do more 3) speak with one voice on behalf of churches. Affiliated Church Federations: Christian Reformed Churches in the Netherlands; Reformed Churches in the Netherlands (Liberated).

Dutch

The Reformed Deacon

The Reformed Deacon is a monthly interview and discussion podcast created by the Orthodox Presbyterian Church Committee on Diaconal Ministries. The Reformed Deacon exists to strengthen and encourage the brotherhood of reformed deacons in their God-given role of serving the local church. Affiliated Church Federations: Orthodox Presbyterian Church in the USA.

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OPCCDM Training

Real world case studies, summits, recommended reading etc. from the Committee on Diaconal Ministries of the Orthodox Presbyterian Church. Affiliated Church Federations: Orthodox Presbyterian Church in the USA.

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OPCCDM Policies and Procedures

 Variety of policies, procedures and other documents shared by OPC diaconates. Affiliated Church Federations: Orthodox Presbyterian Church in the USA.

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Word & Deed

Word & Deed is a Reformed Christian ministry, with the mission to meet the spiritual and physical needs of people in the developing world in accordance with biblical principles for the glory of God. Word & Deed aims to do this in over 50 ongoing projects in 13 countries by supporting and developing indigenous (local) churches and Christian partners in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Affiliated Church Federations: Free Reformed Churches of North America; Heritage Reformed Churches; Heritage Reformed Congregations

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Diakonia

Affiliated Church Federations: Canadian Reformed Churches & Free Reformed Churches in North America

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Mercy Minute

A Newsletter from the Committee on Diaconal Ministries. Affiliated Church Federations: Orthodox Presbyterian Church in the USA.

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Word & Deed

Affiliated Church Federations: Canadian Reformed, Free Reformed, Heritage Reformed and United Reformed Churches.

English

Biblical stewardship & poverty

Affiliated Church Federations: Canadian Reformed, Free Reformed, Heritage Reformed and United Reformed Churches.

Ministry of Mercy

Basic Explanation of the Diaconal Office for first time Deacons – powerpoint. Affiliated Church Federations: Free Reformed Churches in South Africa.

Diakonale Gemeente & Armoede

Diaconal congregation & poverty. Affiliated Church Federations: Canadian Reformed, Free Reformed, Heritage Reformed and United Reformed Churches.

Cursus Bloeiend diaconaat

Textbook and Films. Affiliated Church Federations: Christian Reformed Churches in the Netherlands; Reformed Churches (Liberated) in the Netherlands.

The Deacon and the Church

Lecture for the European Conference of Reformed Churches – 17 May 2018. Affiliated Church Federations: European Churches of the ICRC.

Lecture on different aspects of the diaconal office

Summit Training Videos. Affiliated Church Federations: Christian Reformed Churches in the Netherlands.

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Diaconal Conferences and Lectures

Affiliated Church Federations: Orthodox Presbyterian Church in the USA.

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The Diaconal Ministry of the Church

Statement explaining what diaconal ministry is, written by the Diaconal Committee of the ICRC.

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Church Order – Canadian & American Reformed Churches

Church Order of the Canadian & American Reformed Churches in connection with the Diaconal Office. Affiliated Church Federations: Canadian and American Reformed Churches.

English

Policy of diaconal deputies of the CGK Netherlands

Affiliated Church Federations: Christian Reformed Churches in the Netherlands.

Dutch

Vrye Gereformeerde Kerk Pretoria Maranata

Policy on how deacons address financial needs of members in the congregation. Affiliated Church Federations: Free Reformed Churches in South Africa.

Afrikaans

Form for the Ordination of Elders and Deacons

Affiliated Church Federations: Canadian and American Reformed Churches.

English

Policy of the National Diaconate Committee of the Reformed Churches of New Zealand

Principles of diaconal aid; International relief projects; National emergency relief; Relationship with other agencies; Promotion and education. Affiliated Church Federations: Reformed Churches of New Zealand.

English

The Mandate of “World Transform”

Principle of Christian relief; Considerations for international / national emergency relief; Relationships with other agencies. Affiliated Church Federation: Christian Reformed Churches of Australia.

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Working Policy on Principles of Diaconal Ministry

Affiliated Church Federations: Orthodox Presbyterian Church in the USA.

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Study Report on the Office of Deacon

Affiliated Church Federations: United Reformed Churches in North America.

English

De Praktijk van de Ambten (2018)

About the church offices.

Theology made practical (2017)

Calvin on welfare : diaconal ministry in Geneva and beyond. Affiliated Church Federations:  Heritage Reformed Churches in North America.

The deacons handbook (1980)

Yes! Ik ben diaken (2020)

Yes, I’m a deacon! Affiliated Church Federations: Reformed Churches in the Netherlands (Liberated)

Fruitful and Faithful (Reformed Fellowship)

This collection of essays offers Biblical and practical essays written by seasoned churchmen drawing upon a wealth of leadership knowledge, experience, and wisdom. Affiliated Church Federations: United Reformed Churches in North America.

Financial Aid of McDevelopment – Curse for Africa?

In: The Funeral of Mandela (Pretoria 2015), pg. 93

Pitfalls in development and upliftment work in the third world. Affiliated Church Federations: Free Reformed Churches in South Africa.

Tithing in a New Light?

In: The Funeral of Mandela (Pretoria 2015), pg. 99

Biblical financial stewardship on the mission field and at home. Affiliated Church Federations: Free Reformed Churches in South Africa.

Again About Money …

In: The Funeral of Mandela (Pretoria 2015), pg. 108

How to reach self-supporting mission churches. Affiliated Church Federations: Free Reformed Churches in South Africa

A Separate and Unique Office Given by Christ

Essentials of the diaconal office. Affiliated Church Federations: United Reformed Churches in North America.

The Freedom in Christ and the Collection Bag

The Freedom in Christ and the Collection Bag. Tithing in the New Testament era. Affiliated Church Federations: United Reformed Churches in North America.

Geheel anders in ‘n armoedekultuur

Totally Different in a Culture of Poverty. Tithing in the New Testament era. Affiliated Church Federations: United Reformed Churches in North America.

Called to Serve (Reformed Fellowship)

Twelve authors have contributed to this valuable resource for training elders and deacons. Affiliated Church Federations: United Reformed Churches in North America.

Het oude diaconaat in de zich vernieuwende Kerk (1966)

The old office of the diaconate in an ever renewing church.

When Helping Hurts (2009)

How to alleviate poverty without hurting the poor and yourself.

Handboek Diaconie Wetenschap (2011)

Deel je leven (2017)

About diaconate and youth. Affiliated Church Federations: Christian Reformed Churches in the Netherlands; Reformed Churches (Liberated) in the Netherlands.

Goed nieuws voor de armen (1977/1981)

Good news for the poor.

Dienen en Delen (2012)

Serve and share.

The Ministry of Mercy for Today (2003)

Diakonie in heden en verleden (1992)

History of the Reformed diaconate in the Netherlands 1886-1992. Affiliated Church Federations: Reformed Churches (Liberated) in the Netherlands.

Hart voor de ander, werkboek voor kringen

Affiliated Church Federations: Christian Reformed Churches in the Netherlands.

Deacons go visiting! (2003)

Overview of the task of deacons — Guidelines for special visits by deacons for those in need — Guidelines for general visits by deacons to all church members. Affiliated Church Federations: Free Reformed Churches in Australia.

Als de tak wil bloeien

Developmental Aid in Christian Perspective.

Ruim baan voor gerechtigheid (2010)

 Freeway for justice.

Zichtbare liefde van Christus (1991)

 Visible love of Christ. The diaconate in the congregation.

Armzalig

 Miserable.

John Calvin on the diaconate and liturgical almsgiving (1984)

40 questions about elders and deacons (2008)

Momenten van diaconale bezinning (2016)

Contemplations on the diaconate.

Barmhartigheid en gerechtigheid (2004)

Contemplations on the diaconate.

Profiel van de diaken (2002)

Profile of the deacon. Affiliated Church Federations: Reformed Churches in the Netherlands (Liberated).

De diaconale gemeente (2004)

The diaconal congregation. Affiliated Church Federations: Reformed Churches in the Netherlands (Liberated).

Heilzame Presentie (2018)

Healing Presence.

 Samen sta je sterk

Standing strong together. About diaconal cooperations and diaconal platforms. Affiliated Church Federations: Christian Reformed Churches in the Netherlands, Reformed Churches (Liberated) in the Netherlands.

Passing the Plate 

Why American Christians don’t give away more money.

The New Testament Deacon (1992)

Zorgen voor de gemeente

The ministry of elders and deacons explained. Affiliated Church Federations: Reformed Churches in the Netherlands (Liberated).

The Deacon (2016)

Affiliated Church Federations: Canadian and American Reformed Churches.

Zevenvoudig Diaconaal (2006)

Affiliated Church Federations: Reformed Churches in the Netherlands (Liberated).

Diaconia / Charitas (1978)

Diaconia / Charitas – motivation to serve.

Deacons’ manual (1970)

Helps and hints in diaconal conferences and community concerns, resettling refugees, meeting disasters, holding clothing drives.

Nabije Naasten (2007)

Close neighbors, churches active in local diaconate. Affiliated Church Federations: Reformed Churches in the Netherlands (Liberated).

Kerk voor de buurt (2011)

Church for the neighborhood. How to mean something for your town or suburb.

Dienst doen (2008)

Serving, practical guide for deacons.

The deacon’s handbook (2009)

Handboek voor Diakenen (2017)

Textbook for deacons

Jesus and Money

A guide for times of financial crisis.

Yes, ik ben diaken 

Yes, I’m a deacon (Kerkpunt Brochures). Affiliated Church Federations: Reformed Churches in the Netherlands (Liberated).