What is a Deacon?

Deacons are to be servants of the church. This is in accordance with the practice from the New Testament church. Deacons must possess the practical and spiritual qualifications as set forth in the New Testament (1 Timothy 3; Acts 6:1-5). A Deacon must exhibit evidence of being mature in doctrine and the practice of Christian faith as expressed in Galatians 5:21-22 and 1 Timothy 3:8-10. The Deacon shall be loyal to the practices and work of this Church, be a tither, be diligent in attendance of the church services, and be careful to manifest respect, cooperation, and support for Church leadership and the decisions of the Church body so as to advance the entire program, ministry, and witness of the Church in our area. Spiritual maturity and wisdom are primary to the role of Deacon. They seek to know the physical, moral, and spiritual condition of the membership. They are to lead the whole Church in relieving, encouraging, and developing those who are in need spiritually or physically.

At present, the Deacons are using the Family Ministry Model as a way to minister to the needs and serve each member’s needs. Each member is assigned a Deacon so that every member can find support and encouragement when needed.