Diaconal Resources
What will you find here? A goldmine of material for deacons!
If you want to receive any of these resources, please send a message to the Diaconal Committee's secretary:
PG Boon, fampgboon@gmail.com
The material is subdivided under the following headings:
1 Websites
2 Magazines
3 Presentations
4 Policies & Forms
5 Books & Articles & Brochures
1 Websites:
Description: Bonisa Mission – supporting Chinese Christian Ministeries with literature, education and diaconal support
Language: English
Description: Come Over And Help (COAH) – Diaconal outreach to Eastern Europe
Language: English
Description: Canadian Reformed World Relief Fund
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: Canadian & American Reformed Churches
https://diaconaleplatforms.nl/
Description: Promote between different diaconal platforms / networks:
1) learn from each other 2) work together as together you are able to do more 3) speak with one voice on behalf of churches.
Language: Dutch
Affiliated Church Federations: Christian Reformed Churches in the Netherlands; Reformed Churches in the Netherlands (Liberated)
Description: The Reformed Deacon is a monthly interview and discussion podcast created by the Orthodox Presbyterian Church Committee on Diaconal Ministries. The Reformed Deacon exists to strengthen and encourage the brotherhood of reformed deacons in their God-given role of serving the local church.
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: Orthodox Presbyterian Church in the USA
https://www.opccdm.org/training/
Description: Committee on Diaconal Ministries of the Orthodox Presbyterian Church
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: Orthodox Presbyterian Church in the USA
https://www.opccdm.org/resources/
Description: Variety of Diaconal Resources
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: Orthodox Presbyterian Church in the USA
Description: Word & Deed is a Reformed Christian ministry, with the mission to meet the spiritual and physical needs of people in the developing world in accordance with biblical principles for the glory of God. Word & Deed aims to do this in over 50 ongoing projects in 13 countries by supporting and developing indigenous (local) churches and Christian partners in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: Free Reformed Churches of North America; Heritage Reformed Churches; Heritage Reformed Congregations
2 Magazines:
(in alphabetical order)
Diakonia
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: Canadian Reformed Churches & Free Reformed Churches in North America
Mercy Minute
https://www.opccdm.org/resources/mercy-minute/
Description: A Newsletter from the Committee on Diaconal Ministries
Langugae: English
Affiliated Church Federations: Orthodox Presbyterian Church in the USA
Word & Deed
Description: The official publication of Word & Deed, an international Reformed relief and development ministry
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: Canadian Reformed, Free Reformed, Heritage Reformed and United Reformed Churches
3 Presentations:
Biblical stewardship & poverty
Author: PG Boon
Language: Afrikaans
Affiliated Church Federations: Free Reformed Churches in South Africa
Ministry of Mercy
Author: PG Boon
Description: Basic Explanation of the Diaconal Office for first time Deacons – powerpoint
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: Free Reformed Churches in South Africa
Diakonale Gemeente & Armoede
Author: PG Boon
Description: Diaconal congregation & poverty
Language: Afrikaans
Affiliated Church Federations: Free Reformed Churches in South Africa\
Cursus Bloeiend diaconaat (handboek voor 9 sessies en 3x3 films)
Author: Diaconaal Bureau CGK en GKv
Description: Textbook and Films
Language: Dutch
Affiliated Church Federations: Christian Reformed Churches in the Netherlands; Reformed Churches (Liberated) in the Netherlands
The Deacon and the Church
Author: G Drayer
Description: Lecture for the European Conference of Reformed Churches – 17 May 2018
Affiliated Church Federations: European Churches of the ICRC
Lecture on different aspects of the diaconal office
Description: Summit Training Videos
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: Christian Reformed Churches in the Netherlands
Diaconal Conferences and Lectures
https://www.opccdm.org/summit-training-videos/
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: Orthodox Presbyterian Church in the USA
4 Policies and Forms:
The Diaconal Ministry of the Church
Description: Statement explaining what diaconal ministry is, written by the Diaconal Committee of the ICRC
Language: English
Church Order of the Canadian & American Reformed Churches in connection with the Diaconal Office
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: Canadian & American Reformed Churches
Policy of diaconal deputies of the CGK Netherlands
www.cgk.nl/project/deputatendiaconaat/
Language: Dutch
Affiliated Church Federations: Christian Reformed Churches in the Netherlands
Diakonale Handleiding en Beleid van die Vrye Gereformeerde Kerk Pretoria Maranata
Description: Policy on how deacons address financial needs of members in the congregation
Language: Afrikaans
Affiliated Church Federations: Free Reformed Churches in South Africa
Form for the Ordination of Elders and Deacons
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: Canadian and American Reformed Churches
Policy of the National Diaconate Committee of the Reformed Churches of New Zealand
Description: Principles of diaconal aid; International relief projects; National emergency relief; Relationship with other agencies; Promotion and education
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: Reformed Churches of New Zealand
The Mandate of “World Transform”
https://worldtransform.org.au/pages/our-mandate
Description: Principle of Christian relief; Considerations for international / national emergency relief; Relationships with other agencies
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federation: Christian Reformed Churches of Australia
Working Policy on Principles of Diaconal Ministry
www.opccdm.org/resources/principles-of-diaconal-ministry/
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: Orthodox Presbyterian Church in the USA
Study Report on the Office of Deacon
https://www.urcna.org/custom/23870
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: United Reformed Churches in North America
5 Books & Articles & Brochures:
(in alphabetical order on the author)
M Assink: De Praktijk van de Ambten (2018)
Description: About the church offices
Language: Dutch
JR Beeke, DW Hall, MAG Haykin Theology made practical : new studies on John Calvin and his legacy (Grand Rapids 2017)
Description: Calvin on welfare : diaconal ministry in Geneva and beyond
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: Heritage Reformed Churches in North America
G Berghoef & L De Koster The deacons handbook: a manual of stewardship (Grand Rapids 1980)
Language: English
C Beukema & M Wierenga & DJ Poel (ed) Yes!, ik ben diaken (2020, Diaconaal Steunpunt, Zwolle)
Description: Yes, I’m a deacon!
Language: Dutch
Affiliated Church Federations: Reformed Churches in the Netherlands (Liberated)
W Boekestein & S Swets (ed) Fruitful and Faithful: Essays for Elders and Deacons (Reformed Fellowship)
Description: This collection of essays offers Biblical and practical essays written by seasoned churchmen drawing upon a wealth of leadership knowledge, experience, and wisdom.
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: United Reformed Churches in North America
PG Boon “Financial Aid of McDevelopment – Curse for Africa?” in: The Funeral of Mandela (Pretoria 2015), p93
Description: Pitfalls in development and upliftment work in the third world
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: Free Reformed Churches in South Africa
PG Boon “Tithing in a New Light” in: The Funeral of Mandela (Pretoria 2015), p99
Description: Biblical financial stewardship on the mission field and at home
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: Free Reformed Churches in South Africa
PG Boon “Again About Money …” in: The Funeral of Mandela (Pretoria 2015), p108
Description: How to reach self-supporting mission churches
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: Free Reformed Churches in South Africa
PG Boon “A Separate and Unique Office Given by Christ” in: Lux Mundi 38, no. 3 (Sep 2019): 18-21.
Description: Essentials of the diaconal office
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: Free Reformed Churches in South Africa
PG Boon The Freedom in Christ and the Collection Bag
PG Boon “Die Vryheid in Christus en die kollektesak” in: Kompas 21, no. 9 (Sep 2012): 3-5.
( http://kompas.vgk.org.za/Argief/jaargang21 )
Description: The Freedom in Christ and the Collection Bag. Tithing in the New Testament era
Language: Afrikaans
Affiliated Church Federations: Free Reformed Churches in South Africa
PG Boon “Geheel anders in ‘n armoedekultuur” in: Kompas 15, no. 2 (Feb 2006): 8-10.
( http://kompas.vgk.org.za/Argief/jaargang15 )
Description: Totally Different in a Culture of Poverty.
Language: Afrikaans
Affiliated Church Federations: Free Reformed Churches in South Africa
M Brown (ed) Called to Serve. Essays for Elders and Deacons (Reformed Fellowship).
Description: Twelve authors have contributed to this valuable resource for training elders and deacons
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: United Reformed Churches in North America
H Bouchette Het oude diaconaat in de zich vernieuwende Kerk (1966 Nelissen, Bilthoven)
Description: The old office of the diaconate in an ever renewing church
Language: Dutch
S Corbett & B Fikkert: When Helping Hurts (2009)
Description: How to alleviate poverty without hurting the poor and yourself
Language: English
H Crijns a.o. Handboek Diaconie Wetenschap (2011)
Language: Dutch
Deel je leven (Diaconaal bureau & Diaconaal steunpunt, 2017)
Description: About diaconate and youth
Language: Dutch
Affiliated Church Federations: Christian Reformed Churches in the Netherlands; Reformed Churches (Liberated) in the Netherlands
J De Santa Goed nieuws voor de armen (1977/1981, Kok, Kampen).
Description: Good news for the poor
Language: Dutch
GJ den Hertog & A Noordergraaf Dienen en Delen (2012)
Language: Dutch
PY De Yong The ministry of mercy for today (2003)
Language: English
Diaconaat en getuigenis (Diaconaal Bureau, 2012)
Description: About the relation between word and deed
Language: Dutch
Affiliated Church Federations: Christian Reformed Churches in the Netherlands
G Harinck, AH Bornebroek, AJ te Grotenhuis, R Janssens, CChr Sol & C Trimp Diakonie in heden en verleden (Barneveld 1992)
Description: History of the Reformed diaconate in the Netherlands 1886-1992
Language: Dutch
Affiliated Church Federations: Reformed Churches (Liberated) in the Netherlands
Hart voor de ander, werkboek voor kringen (Diaconaal Bureau Christian Reformed Churches in the Netherlands)
Language: Dutch
W Huizinga Deacons go visiting! : studies on the work of the deacons (Armadale 2003)
Description: Overview of the task of deacons -- Guidelines for special visits by deacons for those in need -- Guidelines for general visits by deacons to all church members
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: Free Reformed Churches in Australia
H Jochemsen 'Als de tak wil bloeien ...' Ontwikkelingsamenwerking in christelijk perspectief
Description: Developmental Aid in Christian Perspective
Language: Dutch
T Keller, Ruim baan voor gerechtigheid, rechtvaardig worden door Gods genade (2010, van Wijnen, Franeker)
Description: Freeway for justice
Language: Dutch
D Koole & WH Velema (ed) Zichtbare liefde van Christus, het diaconaat in de gemeente (1991, Kok, Kampen)
Description: Visible love of Christ. The diaconate in the congregation
Language: Dutch
W Malda-Douma (ed), Armzalig (2009, FoumC, Amersfoort)
Description: Miserable
Language: Dutch
EA McKee John Calvin on the diaconate and liturgical almsgiving (Genève 1984)
Language: English
BL Merkle, 40 questions about elders and deacons (2008, Kregel)
Language: English
Momenten van diaconale bezinning (vergaderopeningen) (Diaconaal Bureau CGK, 2016)
Description: Contemplations on the diaconate
Language: Dutch
Affiliated Church Federations: Christian Reformed Churches in the Netherlands
H Noordergraaf, Barmhartigheid en gerechtigheid (2004)
Description: Mercy and Justice
Language: Dutch
DJ Poel Profiel van de diaken (Diaconaal Steunpunt, Zwolle, 2012)
Description: Profile of the deacon
Language: Dutch
Affiliated Church Federations: Reformed Churches in the Netherlands (Liberated)
G Riemer, De diaconale gemeente (Diaconaal Steunpunt / De Verre Naasten, Zwolle, 2004)
Description: The diaconal congregation
Language: Dutch
Affiliated Church Federations: Reformed Churches in the Netherlands (Liberated)
B Roor Heilzame Presentie (2018)
Description: Healing Presence
Language: Dutch
Samen sta je sterk (over diaconale samenwerking en diaconale platforms) (Diaconaal Bureau CGK en GKv (Diaconal Office CRC and RCN(L)
Description: Standing strong together. About diaconal cooperations and diaconal platforms
Language: Dutch
Affiliated Church Federations: Christian Reformed Churches in the Netherlands, Reformed Churches (Liberated) in the Netherlands
C Smith & MO Emerson Passing the Plate
Description: Why American Christians don’t give away more money
Language: English
A Strauch, The New Testament Deacon: The Church’s Minister of Mercy (1992)
Language: English
C Trimp Zorgen voor de gemeente
Description: The ministry of elders and deacons explained
Language: Dutch
Affiliated Church Federations: Reformed Churches in the Netherlands (Liberated)
C Van Dam The Deacon: biblical foundations for today’s ministry of mercy (2016, Reformation Heritage Books)
Language: English
Affiliated Church Federations: Canadian and American Reformed Churches
P van der Kamp, Zevenvoudig Diaconaal (2006)
Description: Seven fold diaconate
Language: Dutch
Affiliated Church Federations: Reformed Churches in the Netherlands (Liberated)
JC Van Dongen Diaconia / Charitas, motivatie tot dienen (1978, Kok Kampen)
Description: Diaconia / Charitas – motivation to serve
Language: Dutch
L Van Ess, Deacons' manual (Grand Rapids, 1970)
Description: Helps and hints in diaconal conferences and community concerns, resettling refugees, meeting disasters, holding clothing drives
Language: English
E Van Hoek & M Vreugdenhil & R Kuiper (ed) Nabije Naasten, kerken actief in lokaal diaconaat (2007, De Vuurbaak, Barneveld)
Description: Close neighbors, churches active in local diaconate
Language: Dutch
Affiliated Church Federations: Reformed Churches in the Netherlands (Liberated)
R Van Loon Kerk voor de buurt, zo kun je als kerkelijke gemeente iets betekenen voor je dorp of wijk (2011, Boekencentrum, Zoetermeer)
Description: Church for the neighborhood. How to mean something for your town or suburb
Language: Dutch
H Van Well Dienst doen, praktijkboek voor diakenen (2008, Kok, Kampen)
Description: Serving, practical guide for deacons
Language: Dutch
L Wiersma & CK VanDyke The deacon's handbook (Grand Rapids 2009)
Language: English
H Wijma (ed) Handboek voor Diakenen (2017, Buijten & Schipperheijn, Amsterdam)
Description: Textbook for deacons
Language: Dutch
B Witherington Jesus and Money
Description: A Guide for Times of Financial Crisis
Language: English
Yes, ik ben diaken (Kerkpunt Brochures)
Description: Yes, I'm a deacon
Language: Dutch
Affiliated Church Federations: Reformed Churches in the Netherlands (Liberated)