Diaconal work is a great blessing for the church. How can deacons be more effective? Deacons’ meetings can be a great benefit to the congregation, the poor and the deacons themselves.

This article discusses the implementation of the prophetic aspect of the work of deacons. How should the deacons teach and bring the Word of God to the people?

Is it proper to speak of diaconal work as having a prophetic aspect? This article answers this question, discussing how deacons must be bold to bring God's word to God's people in their needs.

This article discusses the role of the congregation in the election of the deacons. It discusses the process of suggesting names, approving them, and the act of electing deacons.

This article discusses three biblical principles that must govern the election and installation of deacons.

Deacons who serve well are promised a reward, according to 1 Timothy 3:13. This article discusses the nature of this reward, the encouragement needed by deacons, and those deacons who will get the reward.

To hold a special office in the church means that one is given authority by God and Christ to represent Christ. This article argues that since the deacons have an office they have authority. It discusses how this authority is made public and the implications it must have on the deacons and their work.

Not only are the church and its elders responsible for the election and installation of deacons, but the nominee has a responsibility too. This article discusses the nominee’s responsibility, and the reason for removing someone from the nomination list.