The diakonia Program

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The diakonia ProgramUnlocking Lay Ministry
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diakonia is a two year process of theological
education and spiritual growth for baptized
members of the Church.
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Key Biblical Concepts

• Service - Mark 1043 - diakonia emphasizes using
  the gifts of the laity to serve as our Lord Jesus
  served
• Baptismal Vocation - Equipping the saints for the
  work of ministry
• Ephesians 4

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Three Key Strategies

• Providing a basic grounding in Biblical,
  historical, systematic and practical theology
• Identifying gifts for ministry, encouraging their
  use and development
• Providing spiritual growth through worship,
  retreats, and a supportive community of other
  students and instructors