A summary of the biblical, historical, and practical role of deacons in the church.

How Can Deacons Mobilize Service in the Church? Deacons are essential to a church's health—yet confusion abounds regarding their biblical job description. Wha

Divided opinion on the topic of this book has caused controversy in Baptist history and life. Most Baptist individuals and churches have strongly opposed women

Sketches the current state of the permanent diaconate, especially in the United States, then offers the historical developments which led to the contemporary di