What does it mean to be a deacon?

All too often, the time spent as a deacon is seen simply as the prelude to priestly ordination.

Yet the Bible defines three orders of ministry - deacon, priest and bishop - each with distinctive characteristics and responsibilities. This rich and profound book explores:

- 3 places where deacons minister (the church, the world and at the margins)

- 3 strands of their ministry (in liturgy, in pastoral care and as catechists)

- 3 actions of their ministry (praying, loving and remembering) It will restore a fuller understanding of the diaconal ministry and will nurture all deacons in their work and spiritual life.