Partners in the Process: The Formation of Deacons' Wives

by Karen A. Harmeyer, Maria Thompson Maclaughlin

Karen A HarmeyerMaria Thompson MacLaughlin Many women do a lot of soul-searching when their husbands feel called to become deacons.  Forty-eight such women came together over six years ago when the Diocese of Richmond started its first diaconate-formation group.  These women of different education levels, ages, and lifestyles grew into a cohesive unit as their husbands went through the program. Although diaconate programs are as unique as the dioceses they serve, all are open only to men, so most of the issues, emotions, and rewards the authors experienced will resonate with women everywhere who find themselves in similar circumstances.

96 pages, Paperback

First published July 31, 2005

Reviews

[Natasha Childress · Rating 4 out of 5]

While not all aspects of this book will apply to all readers, there are little gems of wisdom for each. Those I'll treasure and plan to return to often - not only on this diaconate journey, but also in lay ministry.

[Leslie · Rating 2 out of 5]

As a women I wish there were more positive experiences and advice in this book. Seemed a bit self centered.