From the earliest days of the church as recorded in Act, Chapter 6, deacons were commissioned by the church for service ministries. Persons serving as congregational deacons are graduates of the two-year intensive study program through the synod called Diakonia. This program’s curriculum includes theological education and spiritual formation. In May of 2007, the LCR Church Council approved the commissioning of our first congregational deacons. Deacon Clyde Beury and Deacon Cheryl Varga have completed their Diakonia studies and have been commissioned by LCR to serve in a specific area that best suits their gifts and interests.

Pictured: Deacon Cheryl Varga Area of Ministry: Worship and Music Deacon Clyde Beury Area of Ministry: Adult Education

The Diakonia program is offered each year through the Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod. Those interested in attending this program can speak to one of the deacons or one of the pastors.