Many Servants: An Introduction to Deacons

by Ormonde Plater

In this newly updated and revised introduction to the permanent diaconate, Plater includes a history of deacons in the early church, a survey of deacons from the Reformation to the present, stories of modern diaconal ministries, including first-hand accounts, and a discussion of the formation, training, and deployment of deacons. This book is a basic, essential text for discernment committees and commissions on ministry, and a comprehensive look at a vital ministry in the church today.

Paperback

First published June 1, 1991

Reviews

[Mark Einselen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good orientation to the history of deacons, particularly within the Episcopal tradition. Concludes with essays by deacons describing what their particular ministry callings looked like at the time of publishing (I was going to say modern day contexts, but this book is a bit dated).