On June 19, 2021, the ELCIR Diaconal Department held a seminar at the Lutheran Church of Kondopoga, Karelia. The group discussed the current work of the department and the projects that have been accomplished in the ELCIR Karelian Deanery as well as ideas for further diaconal work in the deanery, ways to work with nongovernmental organizations, possibilities of participating in social events, and enhancing the church’s work with partners who support welfare work.