The ministry of deacon as set forth in Scripture is
one of compassion, witness, and service, sharing
the redeeming love of Jesus Christ with the poor,
the hungry, the sick, the lost, the friendless, the
oppressed, those burdened by unjust policies or
structures, or anyone in distress. Persons of
spiritual character, honest repute, exemplary
lives, brotherly and sisterly love, sincere
compassion, and sound judgment are to called
to this ministry.