The meaning and nature of diakonia

Notes: "[By] Paulos Mar Gregorios".; "A collection of biblical meditations and theological reflections of the twofold ministry of diakonia -- 'service of God in sacrificial worship and service of the created order in sacrificial love'. It is in the context of fulfilling such service that Christian upbuilding takes place; it is for sharing in it that the community of faith is built up". -- back cover.; Contents: To Serve and Not to Be Served -- 'Abodah - Diakonia - Leitourgia: A Word Study -- Diakonia: Building and Tending the Temple of God -- The Diakonia of the Suffering Servant: The Royal Priesthood -- Christ's Ministry to the World.