Deacon Course
The Deacon Training Course readies you to provide heartfelt pastoral care to elderly and homebound parishioners, address conflicts thoughtfully, guide volunteers, and develop effective visitation programs based on Scripture, moral principles, and practical community service skills. It builds confidence in handling real-life pastoral challenges with compassion and wisdom.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Deacon Course prepares you to deliver assured, caring support to elderly and homebound church members via targeted training in pastoral talks, prayer, and Bible application. Gain skills to manage crises, disputes, and mental health issues, create a one-month visitation plan, lead and oversee volunteers, assess results, and establish a lasting, principled care ministry grounded in solid theology and hands-on abilities.
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Develop skills
- Pastoral visitation skills: conduct short prayers, bedside rituals, and comforting Bible readings.
- Master active listening: apply empathetic engagement in grief and crisis discussions.
- Manage conflicts and risks: address family disputes, spot abuse indicators, and make secure referrals.
- Design ministry programs: outline a one-month visitation plan with defined objectives.
- Lead volunteers: instruct, monitor, and appraise church visitation teams proficiently.
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