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The office of deacon is God's gift to His church, but today it is often undervalued, misunderstood, and perceived to be of little importance. In The Deacon, the author considers the Old Testament background for this calling, the deacon in New Testament times and in church history, and the current function of the office. You will rediscover the high and privileged calling of deacons and come to a better understanding of what God requires of them.

In this short audiobook, Matt Smethurst makes the case that deacons are model servants called to meet tangible needs, organize and mobilize acts of service, preserve the unity of the flock, and support the ministry of the elders. Clearing away common misconceptions, Smethurst offers practical guidance for deploying deacons and helping churches to flourish.

Prayers to Our Lady East and West by Deacon David Lochbihler explores the devotion to the Virgin Mary through a comparative study of the Eastern Orthodox Prayer Rule of the Theotokos and the Western Rosary, celebrating the unity and diversity in Marian prayer traditions. In Prayers to Our Lady East and West, Deacon David Lochbihler offers a heartfelt exploration of Marian devotion, drawing from his personal journey and extensive research.

Joyful Solitude explores both the effects of the global pandemic upon people of faith and how best to respond to the challenges and crises in our lives. The Apostle Paul, a prisoner facing the threat of Roman execution, authored epistles calling the faithful to rejoice despite living amidst the direst circumstances. Combining theological research and sincere storytelling, Deacon David offers a way to experience this joy by immersing ourselves fully into the liturgical and sacramental life of the Orthodox Church.

Churches have split and denominations have formed over the issue of church government. While many Christians can explain their church's form of rule or defend it because of its "tried and true" traditions, few people understand their church's administrative customs from a biblical perspective...

The Joy of Orthodoxy by Deacon David Lochbihler is a guide to experiencing Orthodox joy through daily virtues, rooted in the Divine Liturgy. Each day of the week is dedicated to a specific virtue, offering listeners practical steps to deepen their faith and find spiritual fulfillment in everyday life.

Fruit of the Spirit by Deacon David Lochbihler explores the virtues described in Galatians 5:22-23 through engaging storytelling and Orthodox theology, offering listeners practical insights for integrating these timeless truths into daily life. Deacon David Lochbihler’s Fruit of the Spirit brings the virtues of love, joy, peace, and more to life through a blend of captivating stories and sound theological insights.

Our Orthodox Holy Family by Deacon David Lochbihler explores the profound meaning behind Jesus’ only recorded words as a child in the Gospels, delving into the historical and theological nuances of Luke 2:49. This journey sheds light on the sacred life of the Holy Family.