Read Acts 6:1-4. What is the role of deacons in the local church? What are they called to do?

What are some of the reasons why deacons are called to serve in this way? What are some of the benefits that they provide?

What is noteworthy about the qualifications that Paul lists for the office of deacon? What is significant about the ones that are included? Are there any qualifications you might expect, that you are surprised are not included? Why?

Do you think that the office of deacon is open to women? Why or why not?

In what ways does Jesus serve as a pattern for the office of deacon? (Mark 10:42-45; John 13:3-5, 12-15)

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