Russ is responsible for convening the community of deacons biannually. He is responsible for placing deacons in congregations following their graduation from the Iona School for Ministry. He is also responsible for deacons’ pastoral care and assists with their continuing education. He teaches several times per year at the Iona School and oversees chapel services at The Diocesan Center in Houston.
Email Russ: roechsel@epicenter.org
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