This course focuses on practical and theological foundations for engaging authentically and meaningfully with communities where life experiences, identities, and/or demographic characteristics reveal a social divide that can preclude others (and ourselves) from recognizing their full humanity.  Readings and other course content integrate literature from social science, practical theology, and personal narratives of experience.  The …
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Diaconal ministry has at its heart connecting Christian scripture and tradition with the needs, hopes and concerns of the world. Using a framework of five key images, students will strengthen awareness of the sacred in the Church and the wider community, invigorate their practice of diakonia, and gain confidence in engaging others to do the …
View course details “Images of Diakonia”

The Diakonia of the Americas and Caribbean (DOTAC) will hold an online study series event using the document, “Called to Transformation: Ecumenical Diakonia.” The document to be used is a joint publication of the World Council of Churches and ACT Alliance and which provides a common platform for acting and reflecting together for the churches and …
View course details “Called to Transformation: Ecumenical Diakonia”

This 10-week online course is designed for those exploring the ministry of deacon and priest and is a requirement for those in the certificate program for the diaconate. The course includes an historical understanding of the role of deacon, as well as an exploration of the role of the deacon in the “Jesus Movement in …
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Are you a Lay Minister seeking to get a license for ministry? Or are you just interested in learning more? If so, please join us as we explore all you need to lead services of Reserved Sacrament in your parish and community! To Register or for more information please contact Barbara Labrecque by emailing: [email protected]

The Diaconate is an online course for deacons, deacons in formation, and those wishing to be better grounded in a sound understanding of The Sacred Order of Deacons including especially, members of local discernment committees and members of Commissions on Ministry. The course will consider the history of the Order of Deacons—what is helpful and what is …
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As we live into the fourth wave of the current renewal of the Sacred Order of Deacons in The Episcopal Church, we are gaining greater clarity about the distinctive nature of the “full and equal order,” and we are increasingly able and willing to invite the gift of prophetic servant leadership. At the heart of …
View course details “The Diaconal Hemeneutic”

Do you find it difficult to talk about the topic of death and dying? If so, you are not alone. Having discussions about your own death and the death of others brings up many uncomfortable emotions so we tend to shy away from it. This Workshop is designed to help start those conversations. An opportunity …
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Gain the theological training you need to grow as a lay leader in your congregation. What You Will Learn From preaching and teaching to providing pastoral care or designing worship, lay leaders serve their congregations in a variety of roles – often without the theological background or seminary degrees their colleagues may have. With the …
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This three-session online course is designed to help participants’ grow in their  understandings of the definition and scope of Christian pastoral care through practical exercises, reflection, and discussion. Together, we will practice active listening, consider the ethical dimensions of Christian pastoral care, and reflect on caregiving in select circumstances. This course is designed for lay …
View course details “Caring in Christian Communities: A Pastoral Care Workshop”