Join the Good News team (Deacon Jon Shematek, Deacon Lauren Welch, and Lynn Shematek) on YouTube, with the Venerable Denise Schiavone, Archdeacon of the Episcopal Diocese of Maryland, as she discusses the role of deacons, emphasizing their unique position to bridge church and world by empowering others to use their gifts. She shares her personal journey and her current role in deploying and forming deacons. Denise highlights the Deacon Engagement and Evangelism Program, aimed at sending deacons to parishes to inspire and engage congregants. The conversation covers the challenges and joys of this ministry, the importance of interfaith collaboration, and the need for courage and creativity in addressing global and local needs. Denise encourages listeners to recognize and utilize their gifts, even if small, as they can significantly impact communities.