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AED Events

AED's events are designed to provide tools and support for church leaders to promote and strengthen the servant ministry of all the baptized. We engage as a community of learners in mutual ministry, sharing resources, knowledge and enjoyment. 
NEW: Life and Work of Deacons Conference
​June 3 & 4, 2022
​Friday 7-9 pm Eastern & Saturday 2-6 pm Eastern
Online, via Zoom
FREE
Registration 

Join AED for a Friday and Saturday gathering of deacons. We'll have an opportunity to gather (via Zoom) with deacons throughout the Church in fellowship, support, and learning. 
  • Friday night, we'll watch a recorded welcome and introduction from Bishop Curry, break into small groups, and have time for fellowship.
  • Saturday, we'll hear from clergy with insight on the discipleship of Mary and Martha, and the life and work of deacons.
View the Agenda
Postponed - new date TBD
NEW: What Do the Canons Say? Workshop
​Saturday, May 7, 2022
Online
​FREE
Have you ever read the The Episcopal Church deacon canons? The Canadian Anglican ones? Canons are not just a set of rules to obey. They are the Church’s effort to provide guidelines for flourishing. AED led a major effort to get new TEC canons adopted in 2006, and they outline both requirements and best practices for diaconal supports. Join Lori Mills-Curran and an Anglican Church of Canada guest to do a deep dive. You will most likely be astonished to learn how much they have to offer to enrich your ministry.
​ A3D  |  AED's Archdeacon & Deacon Directors' Conferences
  • Annual Conferences open to those responsible for deacon formation and supervision.
Triennial |  AED's Tri-year Assembly
  • A gathering every 3 years for learning, fellowship, engaging speakers, in-depth discussions and more!  
Host Triennial in your diocese. Contact us for details. 

AED Past Events

St. Stephen Recognition: Diaconal ministry in the tradition of St. Stephen
AED Triennial Assembly 2016 - Engaging God's Mission
Notes from Triennial

Diaconal Assembly 2013:  Then-president Tina Campbell's sermon​​
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