In recent years throughout the Anglican Church of Canada, there has been a resurgence in the interest and support of Diaconal ministry. Taught by The Rev. Canon Dr. Grayhame Bowcott, this course is especially designed for students who may be exploring this vocation. In order to equip them in their discernment process, this course will dig deep into the historical origins of the Diaconate, from the Early Church to present, to unpack the historical and theological developments of this order of ministry over time.
It will also integrate the vocational witness of contemporary deacons in our Church, hosting six different leaders, each representing a different expression of the diversity of diaconal ministry today.
Lastly, the course will inform students of the ongoing theological dialogues about deacons in the Anglican Church of Canada, and how they, in their own expression of service, may be living into their own call to diaconal ministry.
Upon completion of this course, participants will have a grounded understanding of the Biblical relevance, history, theology and practice of the Diaconate to greatly appreciate, or discern a possible calling to, this ministry in the Anglican Church of Canada today.
Note: This course is not seeking to provide for the practical, liturgical instruction of Diaconal Postulants. A Liturgics course for deacons and diaconal aspirants will be offered in an additional course, outside the objectives of this particular course.
Students from the Dioceses of Huron, Ontario and Fredericton can sign up for these courses, free of cost, as either a for-credit or auditing student
Register online at the following link: https://huronu.ca/programs/theology/life-long-learning/
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