New Testament

In the early church the role of a deacon was considered to be very important. Function and character of a deacon are set down in the New Testament. As usual very high standards are set especially in 1 Timothy 3:1-13 and in Titus 1:7-9. 

Our Church Constitution:

‘The deacons, together with the Minister, shall be responsible for the spiritual leadership, oversight and day to day administration of the church, and shall act on behalf of the church between church meetings, decisions being subject to ratification at the next church meeting.’

'They shall be of mature disposition, and shall be elected from among the full members of not less than six month standing’

Responsibilities and Duties of a Deacon

• To be a good Christian example to the rest of the members.

• Be involved in the "building up of the body of Christ' through the teaching ministry of the fellowship through the attendance at one of the mid week fellowship groups.

• With other members of the pastoral team and fellow deacons provide pastoral care and support to the members of the fellowship.

• Seek to be united in and out of the church and create a unity and harmony within the life of the church.

• As a collective body support the minister, through spiritual stimulus, emotional support, loving concern and practical guidance and help.

• Together stimulate outreach within the life of the church.

• In all matters, both deacon's meetings and pastoral care, observe strictest confidentiality.

• Attended deacons meetings held in the first week of the month, at which the life of the fellowship is reviewed and major business considered with a view of bringing up recommendations to the church meeting.

• Attend the Deacons prayer meeting held at 8ain on the second Saturday of each month and the monthly church prayer meeting.

• Attend Church Meetings.

• Serve at the table at  Communion and, when duty deacon, offer the prayer of thanksgiving

• Be present at Church services and meet for prayer before worship begins

• Take on responsibility for leadership in a specific aspect of  the life of the church as and when appropriate