In this episode, David Nakhla takes the show on the road to Namibia, in southern Africa to interview the International Conference of Reformed Churches (ICRC) Diaconal Committee. This seven-member group from six continents meets quarterly by zoom and in person every two years to discuss matters of concern for the reformed church and how to continue to grow and bless one another. With the world events happening around us, there's no better time to understand how like-minded churches can encourage and enable one another in the many realms of international diaconal work, including disasters, such as COVID, and what is happening in Ukraine and Turkey.
Members of the ICRC Diaconal Committee include:
The ICRC Diaconal Committee mandate is as follows:
Find out more about the ICRC and find resources for deacons on their website: https://www.icrconline.com. Let us know if you would like to learn more about how the ICRC Diaconal Committee works, or if you have any other questions by emailing: diaconalministries@opc.org.
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