Called to Serve

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Called to Serve: Essays for Elders and Deacons

Reverend Brown garners the wisdom of experienced men whom God has called to serve His Church to address the many issues that face office bearers within the church today. An excellent study guide, Called to Serve is a must have for every council room.
—Rev. Wybren H. Oord, editor of The Outlook

Called to Serve: Essays for Elders and Deacons is a book that will be invaluable to churches seeking resources for those who are preparing to become elders and deacons or those who desire to serve more effectively. Take advantage of this excellent resource for training new and experienced elders and deacons. Sixteen chapters cover topics such as the qualifications of elders and deacons, their duties and tasks, the history of the Reformed churches, infant baptism, the Lord’s Supper, worship, rules for meetings, church discipline, family visitation, and the ministry of mercy. A plan and study guide incorporate readings from Scripture and the confessions. Includes recommendations for building a basic elder’s library.

Michael G. Brown, editor.
Paperback 280 pages
Price: $15.00 @ Amazon.com

Contributing authors:
John A. Bouwers, Michael G. Brown, W. Robert Godfrey, Michael S. Horton, Daniel R. Hyde, Nelson Kloosterman, Randal S. Lankheet, Bradd L. Nymeyer, Ralph Pontier, Kim Riddlebarger, Derrick J. Vander Meulen, Cornelis P. Venema