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The Association for Episcopal Deacons is a membership association of deacons and deacon supporters. We provide resources, community, and lifelong learning for deacons and those in diaconal formation.

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AED's Virtual Book Club - Starting October 14!
Members of AED are invited to join in reading and discussing "Reading the Psalms Again for the First Time: A Spirituality for Justice Seekers and Peacemakers," by Dr. Clint McCann.​
Details and registration.

SAVE THE DATE!
Archdeacons & Deacon Directors Conference (A3D) 
April 30 - May 3, 2026
Siena Retreat Center, Racine, Wisconsin
Details and Registration

CALL online courses details and schedule
​Books by deacons  Check out our list, covering numerous topics
​Deacon Videos Interviews with deacons on their call and ministry. 
​Need a gift for a new deacon? An AED gift membership includes our magazine, ​discounts for events and conferences, and access to a supportive community.

Financial assistance for deacons, from ​The Fund for the Diaconate. Learn more. 

Deacon Compensation - Diocesan Convention Resolutions
These dioceses have ​passed a convention resolution which includes remuneration for deacons, allowing for participation in the Church Pension Fund.  Details.

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We're looking for Diakoneo writers
Write about your ministry experiences, reflect on your formation, review an amazing book, describe service on the margins... or other topics. 
Add your voice to Diakoneo magazine! Contact Deacon Anne for more information.

Archdeacon Steve Costa, Deacon Mary Margaret Smith, Transitional Deacon Suzanne Kobayashi, and Deacon Alberta Buller delivered food from the Diocese of Hawaii's clergy conference to neighbors in need.

Triennial Snapshots

Photos by Deacons Laura Siriani and Andrea Gardner, and Archdeacon Bill Dunlop.

On ENS: ​Episcopal deacons gather in San Antonio, Texas, for Triennial