Rev Bill Harris reflects on the rich experiences he had when attending a DIAKONIA conference in Europe, and then the World DIAKONIA Executive meeting. It really is a wonderful experience to see the breadth of diaconal ministry around the world, and to build relationships with Deacons and Deaconesses. Rev Bill Harris – reflections on DRAE […]
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Reflections on DIAKONIA gatherings
August 6th, 2012 · No Comments · Conferences, Reports - world conferences
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DIAKONIA World Assembly – Berlin 2013
April 15th, 2011 · No Comments · World conferences
The DIAKONIA World Assembly is held every four years, and it’s worth noting the dates for the next one to be held in Berlin, Germany, from 1st – 8th July, 2013. There’s a short promotional video on the World DIAKONIA website. More news will be uploaded as soon as it’s available, but in the meantime, […]
Jean Mayers reports on the DAP Conference in Fiji
January 19th, 2009 · No Comments · Reports - world conferences
I recently attended Diakonia Asia Pacific (DAP) which this year was held in Fiji. Delegates from various denominations in New Zealand, Australia and Korea attended and the President of World Diakonia federation, Deaconesses Louise Williams presided. This was the first time Fiji has hosted a cross-cultural ecumenical meeting, and 100 Deaconesses from various islands in […]
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