The Presbyterian Deacon
The Presbyterian Deacon

Author: Earl S. Johnson

Publisher: Presbyterian Publishing Corp

Published: 2022-02-01

Total Pages: 66

ISBN-13: 1646982754

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Updated 2022 Edition In this highly useful book, Earl S. Johnson, Jr. explores the role of the deacon in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). The author explains the freedom for churches to define the roles of deacons while also supplying many helpful suggestions. Johnson examines the ministry as it is described in sections of the Book of Order and analyzes how the word "deacon" is used in Scripture. In addition, Johnson provides historical information regarding the inclusion of women and offers innovative ways to incorporate the ministry of deacons into the larger ministry of the church. Fully revised based on the new Form of Government of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), this book is invaluable for new deacons preparing for their roles, while also helping pastors and leaders who are training prospective deacons.

The Deacon
The Deacon

Author: Cornelis Van Dam

Publisher:

Published: 2016

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781601785114

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The office of deacon is God's gift to His church, but today it is often undervalued, misunderstood, and perceived to be of little importance. In The Deacon , the author considers the Old Testament background for this calling, the deacon in New Testament times and in church history, and the current function of the office. You will rediscover the high and privileged calling of deacons and come to a better understanding of what God requires of them. Table of Contents: Part 1--The Old Testament Background 1. The Poor in Israel 2. Providing for the Poor Part 2--New Testament Times 3. Christ's Teaching on the Poor and Needy 4. Ministering to the Poor in Acts 6 5. The Office of Deacon 6. Female Deacon? Part 3--The Office of Deacon in the History of the Church 7. The Testimony of the Early Church and the Heritage of the Reformation 8. Women and the Diaconate Part 4--The Current Functioning of the Office 9. The Official Position of the Deacon Today 10. Enabling and Prioritizing 11. The Diaconal Ministry within the Congregation 12. The Diaconal Ministry outside the Congregation 13. The Blessing of the Poor

The Presbyterian Deacon
The Presbyterian Deacon

Author: Earl S. Johnson

Publisher: Geneva Press

Published: 2002-01-01

Total Pages: 98

ISBN-13: 9780664502379

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Describes the duties and offices of a deacon in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)

Extravagant Grace
Extravagant Grace

Author: Barbara R. Duguid

Publisher:

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781596384491

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Why do Christians even mature Christians still sin so often? Why doesn't God set us free? We seem to notice more sin in our lives all the time, and we wonder if our progress is a constant disappointment to God. Where is the joy and peace we read about in the Bible? Speaking from her own struggles, Barbara Duguid turns to the writings of John Newton to teach us a theology with a purpose for our failure and guilt one that adjusts our expectations of ourselves. Her empathetic, honest approach lifts our focus from our own performance back to the God who is bigger than our failures and who uses them. Rediscover how God's extravagant grace makes the gospel once again feel like the good news it truly is

The Presbyterian Handbook
The Presbyterian Handbook

Author: Geneva Press

Publisher: Geneva Press

Published: 2006-01-01

Total Pages: 220

ISBN-13: 9780664502881

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Adapted from "The Lutheran Handbook," this resource offers a combination of reliable historical and theological information alongside some fun facts and practical tips on being a churchgoing follower of Jesus Christ. (Church Life)

The Presbyterian Ruling Elder
The Presbyterian Ruling Elder

Author: Paul S. Wright

Publisher: Presbyterian Publishing Corp

Published: 2014-02-07

Total Pages: 85

ISBN-13: 1611643805

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This accessible resource on the Presbyterian ruling elder is especially designed for those considering becoming ruling elders and those who have been elected to this ordered ministry. It explains the meaning of the term “ruling elder†and the qualifications and duties of this ministry. The book goes on to explore the relationship of ruling elders to other elders, the role of the ruling elder on session and in the presbytery, and the relationships to pastors and to the whole church. Fully revised based on the new Form of Government of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), this book is invaluable for new ruling elders preparing for their role.

For a Continuing Church
For a Continuing Church

Author: Sean Michael Lucas

Publisher:

Published: 2015-11

Total Pages: 368

ISBN-13: 9781629951065

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The first full scholarly account of the theological and social forces that brought about the creation of the Presbyterian Church in America, using primary archival, newspaper, and magazine material.

The Presbyterian Deacon
The Presbyterian Deacon

Author: Earl S. Johnson, Jr.

Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press

Published: 2014-01-01

Total Pages: 98

ISBN-13: 066450325X

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In this highly useful book, Earl S. Johnson, Jr. explores the role of the deacon in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). The author explains the freedom for churches to define the roles of deacons while also supplying many helpful suggestions. Johnson examines the ministry as it is described in sections of the Book of Order and analyzes how the word “deacon” is used in Scripture. In addition, Johnson provides historical information regarding the inclusion of women and offers innovative ways to incorporate the ministry of deacons into the larger ministry of the church. Fully revised based on the new Form of Government of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), this book is invaluable for new deacons preparing for their role, while also helping pastors and leaders who are training prospective deacons.