Innere Mission - Volksmission - Diakoniewissenschaft

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What is the connection between inner mission, popular mission, and diaconal science? The author explores the influences and impacts of Johann Hinrich Wichern across these domains, creating a bridge between the history of diakonia in the 19th and 20th centuries and the academic field of diakonia. This exploration includes biblical perspectives, historical contexts, and conceptual reflections on a theology of diakonia. The work also outlines practical implications for the scholarly examination of diaconal actions and for the development of a diaconal church amidst evolving societal conditions. The author, Volker Herrmann, passed away on November 22, 2021, at the age of 55. This book serves as both a tribute and a legacy, reflecting Herrmann's contributions as a theologian and diaconal scientist. He held a professorship in Evangelical Theology/Diaconal Science at the Evangelische Hochschule Darmstadt and studied Evangelical Theology and Diaconal Science, leaving a significant mark on the field.