The Diaconate is composed of men and women who are spiritual leaders in the church having been recommended by the Senior Pastor, having completed Deacon training, and possessing the following qualifications: thoughtful (I Tim 3:8), not double-tongued (I Tim 3:8), sober (I Tim 3:8), free from the love of money (I Tim 3:8), mature in their faith (I Tim 3:9), proven character (I Tim 3:10), faithful in marriage (I Tim 3:12), and one who manages their household well (I Tim 3:12); additionally a Deaconess must not be prone to gossip and be faithful in all things (I Tim 3:11). Each Deacon and Deaconess is charged with assisting in maintaining order in worship services; attending the physical needs of the ministry, visiting and ministering to members, and doing such other duties as are assigned from time to time by the Senior Pastor. Each member of the Diaconate shall be appointed by the Senior Pastor to serve in any area of need that might arise. Meetings are held monthly on the third and fourth Sundays for training. 

Deacon 

Qualifications: 

Meet the requirements set forth in 1St Timothy 3:8-13 and meet the following other requirements. He must support church activities with faithful attendance to include Sunday school, Sunday morning worship, bible study, prayer meetings, and other worship services held in this church. He must also be willing to cooperate with and support the Pastor and the policies of the church. 

Appointment:

1.  When a vacancy exists and the need arises for a new deacon, the Chairman of Deacons shall consider the following qualifications when selecting individuals for the office of deacon.

     A. Saved

    B. Holy ghost filled

    C. Faithful

    D. Wise

    E. Honest and of good report

    F. Not fearful

    G. Not high-minded

    H. Not double tongued

                     •   Members should be acquainted with Acts 6:3 and 1 Timothy 3:8-13

     2.  The pastor shall conduct a personal interview with the individuals recommended by the Chairman of Deacon. The       Pastor may also interview individuals who were not recommended by the chairman. 

Duties of the Deacons 

1.  Deacons are to be zealous to guard the unity of the Spirit within the church and serve the spiritual advancement and interest of the church.

2. The Deacons shall meet as often as they deem necessary for the performance of their duties, but they must meet at least once a month. They are to make plans to carry out their duties and shall confer free with the Pastor about all matters relevant to these duties and the welfare of the church.