Diaconal Theology

Exodus from Privilege: Reflections on the Diaconate in Acts
By The Rt. Rev. Thomas E. Breidenthal
Looks at the transitional diaconate conundrum, saying that the transitional diaconate
expires upon priesting. Published in The Anglican Theological Review, 2013. Shared with permission. Read/Download. 

A Theological Framework for Postcolonial International Development Work
By M. Chris McManus
Published in The Postcolonial Church: Bible, Theology, and Mission, 2016 book
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The Diaconate Renewed: Service, Word and Worship
By Canon D. Michael Jackson, a deacon in the Diocese of Qu’Appelle, Anglican Church of Canada. An expansive look at the history, revival, formation and  liturgical role of the diaconate. Download.

Change: A Theological Perspective, Deacon John Willets, 2009

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Additional materials are available in our Books section and for purchase.

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Engaging the Diakonia of All Believers

Developed by AED, this trifold brochure looks at the theology of diakonia, discipleship and the church's call to service.