Session 1 is *The Deacon and His Worthiness*—qualifications, calling, and walk with Christ. Watch it with the deacon body, then discuss from the workbook before you dismiss.
Before they arrive
- Room set, playback tested, lights down.
- Workbooks printed for session 1 only.
- Pastor in the room.
- Tell them this is week one of six, not a one-night event. See how a deacon body runs the series in six meetings.
What the video is about
Qualifications, calling, and a walk with Christ. About 30 minutes.
Do not retell Johnny Hunt's stories for the group. Do not add Bible passages unless you are sure they are in this session.
After the video
Read one question at a time. Let silence work. Each question is about a deacon's own walk, not grading another man.
- Where does your walk with Christ show when the church is watching?
- Which qualification for deacon service presses on you most right now?
- What does "called" look like in your serving this month?
- Who helped you hear that call—and have you told them?
- What one change in your walk would help the deacon body trust you more?
Before session 2
Next time is The Deacon and His Work—mission, responsibilities, and mentoring. Ask each deacon to come ready to name work he already does for the church.
If you do not have the kit yet
Order the kit ($149.95) so streaming, the workbook for all six sessions, and the leader guide are in hand.
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Questions churches ask
How long should we block on the calendar?
Plan about 30 minutes for the video and 30 to 45 minutes for workbook talk and prayer. Ninety minutes is safe if your deacons like to stay and visit.
Can we discuss without the workbook?
You can, but the workbook is built for this session. The kit includes it for $149.95 with streaming and the leader guide.
Should wives be at session 1?
No. Wives are the focus of session 3, The Deacon and His Wife. Tell the body that up front so session 3 is not a surprise.
What is session 2?
The Deacon and His Work—mission, responsibilities, and mentoring. See the [six-meeting plan](/blog/deacon-training-in-six-meetings) for the full order.