The LDA’s Laity Services Committee recognizes those every-day Christians who are “among you as one who serves.” Luke 22:28.  Their care for people in need makes them partners with deaconesses all over the world. 

Ask a deaconess, “Who inspires your servanthood?” and get these responses:

Anna has a ministry of presence and hospitality. In her quiet, unassuming manner, Anna provides leadership through the choir, organ, quilting, Women’s Group…

Barb is the organizer and going force behind the volunteers that cook and serve at The Caring Place…

You’ll find Donna helping at the Habitat Restore, at the neighborhood community meal, and at VBS… 

Martha is a retired nurse who volunteers at hospice.  In her mid eighties, she regularly visits members of the congregation who live in care centers...

Nancy, a pediatric physical therapist, travels to Guatemala with Hearts in Motion.  She has inspired others to join her. 

We found the first dozen servants, and we are ready to find 91 – one for each year the LDA has been serving others. Send us the story of someone in your congregation who has a diaconal heart.  We’ll take care of the recognition!

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