Diaconal Ministries Canada provides and promotes events designed to equip deacons in the work they do: to spark new thinking and ideas and offer opportunities to network and engage with other ministry leaders.
See a listing of upcoming events below or click a button below to jump to that section.
Upcoming Events & Workshops
Deacon 101 - Classis AB North
Location: Bethel CRC, Edmonton (14204 - 25 Street NW)
When: October 5, 10am -12pm
This workshop is for deacons (as well as anyone who has a passion for helping those inside and outside your church walls!)
Join Erika Repka, Edmonton Diaconal Coach, for an in-depth look at the call to be a deacon. We will engage with the four deacon ministry areas: community, stewardship, justice, and benevolence and equip your deacon team for leadership.
Connect and engage in collaborative discussions with other deacons about exciting ministry initiatives.
Click the button below to register today!
ReWriting the Financial Story Workshop - Calgary Area Deacons
Stories and Practical Tips for Navigating Benevolence Care and Financial Stress
Location: River Park CRC, Calgary, AB
When: Sunday, November 3, 2024, from 6:30-9pm (refreshments provided).
Money makes things messy. Maybe you're a deacon supporting someone through a complicated financial situation or navigating end-of-life paperwork with a loved one. Or perhaps you are overwhelmed managing your own finances.
Here is a chance to connect with your Diaconal Coach-at-large, Anja Attema, who has 30+ years in the financial advising and problem solving business, and Rachel Vroege, who has 12 years experience as a deacon training coach for Diaconal Ministries Canada.
This conversation could...
- Shed light on what you don't know;
- Help get you tips on navigating CRA or banking institutions;
- Help your deacon team move beyond "bandaid solutions" of handing out gift card after gift card;
- And more!
Click the button below to register today!
ReWriting the Financial Story Workshop - Alberta Deacons
Stories and Practical Tips for Navigating Benevolence Care and Financial Stress
Location: Ebenezer CRC, Leduc, AB
When: Saturday, November 2, 2024, from 10am-2pm (lunch is included).
Money makes things messy. Maybe you're a deacon supporting someone through a complicated financial situation or navigating end-of-life paperwork with a loved one. Or perhaps you are overwhelmed managing your own finances.
Here is a chance to connect with your Diaconal Coach-at-large, Anja Attema, who has 30+ years in the financial advising and problem solving business, and Rachel Vroege, who has 12 years experience as a deacon training coach for Diaconal Ministries Canada.
This conversation could...
- Shed light on what you don't know;
- Help get you tips on navigating CRA or banking institutions;
- Help your deacon team move beyond "bandaid solutions" of handing out gift card after gift card;
- And more!
Click the button below to register today!
Our Regional Staff and Diaconal Coaches are holding workshops and events all over the country. Not every event is listed here. Reach out to your local Coach or to our staff to find out what is happening!
Special Events
BC Leadership Conference 2024
Saturday, September 21, 2024
New Life CRC (35270 Delair Rd, Abbotsford, BC)
Eight Christian Reformed Churches (CRC) in the Fraser Valley have decided to pool funds and resources together to form one large conference for any and all interested churches. Our goal is to provide a well-planned conference to bless our elders and deacons, staff and ministry leaders.
Diaconal Ministries is excited to be part of this day to lead two workshops specifically for deacons: "Deacon 101; A Look at the Deacon's Mandate" and "Developing a Benevolence Policy & Guidelines". Space is limited.
Visit the event website to learn more about the plenary session, workshop options, get answers to frequently asked questions, etc. Registration closes September 16.
Moving Forward in Faith Conference
November 15-16, 2024 (Friday evening; all-day Saturday)
Compass Point Church, Burlington, ON
Diaconal Ministries and Resonate Global Mission invite CRC members and leaders of all ages for an inspiring event you don’t want to miss! (Similar to the former Ancaster Day of Encouragement!)
Come for worship and a plenary session by Caesar Kalinowski, best-selling author and speaker, called “Everyday Disciple”.
Choose from over 20 other workshops related to community engagement (local and global), Indigenous ministry, being a deacon, justice, ministry to young adults, and more! Or join the bus tour and see ministry in action!
Visit the event website for details and pricing, workshop descriptions, and registration info.
Workshops Offered
General
Benevolence/Mercy
Stewardship
Check out the new online Stewardship Course!
Visit the CRCNA Learning Portal and run this self-guided course with your team of deacons and members of your church.
