Diaconal Conferences (2)

Previous article in this series: April 1, 2010, p. 296. We noted in our last article that the term "diaconal conference" can be used in two senses. In the narrower sense, it refers to occasional meetings of deacons and other interested individuals to give instruction and encouragement regarding the work of the deacons. In the broader sense, it refers to an organization of diaconates residing in the same classis or denomination, to promote cooperation between them. In this broader sense Gerard...