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Deacon Update Newsletter  |  September 2025 EVENTS This Friday Season of Creation: Biodiversity, Conservation, & Policy An online discussion featuring Deacon Dr. Lisa Graumlich , climate scientist.  Friday, Sept. 5 2:00 PM Eastern AED NEWS Deacons Talking on the Road to Emmaus Monday, Sept. 8 - Special Discussion Join the group to talk about the "Deacons Talking" program.   Monday, Sept. 22  we'll meet for Fellowship and conversation as usual.   Both days: 4pm PT / 7pm ET, via Zoom (1 hour) Deacon Compensation: Diocesan Convention  Resolutions Many dioceses have passed a convention resolution which includes remuneration for deacons, allowing for their participation in the Church Pension Fund. Learn more and read the resolutions . Did you have an amazing summer? We're looking for deacons, and those in formation, to write about your experience of ministry serving in summer camp, mission trips, or other activities. Inspire the readers of AED's quarterly magazine.    Have something else to share? We're always looking for deacon news and stories to share!     Please contact Deacon Anne .   LIFELONG LEARNING Coming in November Mentoring Deacons Nov. 2 - Dec. 13 , online, with Deacon Geri Swanson Provides potential deacon mentors with the tools and skills to guide, encourage and support the newly ordained deacon. Details and registration . AED Resources Competencies for Deacons Additional learning opportunities The Center for Anglican Learning and Leadership (CALL) 2025-2026 schedule , includes: • Images of Diakonia with Deacon Phina Borgeson , Jan-Mar, 2026 • The Diaconate with the Archdeacon Tim Spannaus, PhD , Apr-May, 2026 DEACON NEWS Video: Deacon Tracie Middleton speaks about local Texas churches offering grief counseling to support those affected by the recent devastating floods in Texas.    "[T]here are lots of ways that you can be feeling, and sometimes to be able to talk with just others who have a similar experience can be helpful to know, I'm not alone in this," said Middleton. Deacon Day 2025 Fellowship and Fun at the Diocese of Washington by Deacon Alethea Long-Green Deacon Bette Kauffman helped established Allies for Immigrants to provide support to immigrants who are detained in one of Diocese of Louisiana's nine ICE facilities, and those who’ve been released. BECOME A MEMBER OF AED This newsletter relies on the support of members and donors! Add your support - become an AED MEMBER ! ----   AFFILIATED ORGANIZATION   ----   Assisting deacons and those in formation who are in financial need. Apply for The Fund's Hallenbeck Fellowship Award The Hallenbeck Award offers financial assistance to vocational deacons with demonstrated financial need, making it possible to attend conferences or other educational events related to the diaconate and/or The Episcopal Church. Applications are due Sept. 15 . Details . Grants we offer - Supporting, Declared Emergency, Medical, and Formation Planned Giving - You can help through estate planning or a major gift.    The Fund is an independent 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, not part of AED. Our Contact Information *{{Organization Name}}* *{{Organization Address}}* *{{Organization Phone}}* *{{Organization Website}}*   *{{Unsubscribe}}*