Are you called to put your faith in action?  Perhaps diaconal ministry is right for you!

Journey together as part of a praying and serving community

• Build relationships and connect to resources
• Belong to a multi-culturally diverse and inclusive international network

Grow with us

• Deepen your understanding of theology
• Learn reflection and prayer practices
• Form your servant identity

Service in Christ to those at the margins

• Serve others with intentionality through your job
• Represent the church in the world
• Develop leadership skills and be a catalyst for change

Deaconesses and deacons have formed their servant leader identies through education in theology, support from a community, intentional spiritual reflection, and experience in ministry.  They strive to be humble, bold, faithful servants.

The LDA's education and formation program forms a student's servant identity, and develops her/his gifts for service to Christ.  As a result, deaconesses and deacons express their servant identity always, applying it to all aspects of their life. They respect the history of those before them, respond to the needs of a changing world, and bond with the diaconal community for support and affirmation.

Explore the preparation program!  Distance-learning and graduate programs are also available.