Deacon Course
This course equips participants with essential skills for deacon ministry, focusing on pastoral care, crisis management, and volunteer coordination to support elderly and homebound church members effectively.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
The Deacon Course prepares you to provide assured and caring support to elderly and homebound church members through targeted training in pastoral talks, prayer, and using Scripture. You will learn to manage crises, conflicts, and mental health issues, create a one-month visiting programme, train and oversee volunteers, assess results, and establish a lasting, ethical care ministry based on solid theology and practical abilities.
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Develop skills
- Pastoral visit skills: lead short prayers, bedside rituals, and Scripture readings for comfort.
- Active listening mastery: use empathetic presence to guide discussions on grief and crises.
- Conflict and risk response: manage family disputes, signs of abuse, and make safe referrals.
- Ministry programme design: plan a one-month visiting initiative with clear objectives.
- Volunteer leadership: train, supervise, and evaluate church visitors effectively.
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