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The Greek word translated "deacon" in the New Testament, diakonos, literally means, "one who executes the commands of another." Specifically, as relates to the New Testament church office, deacons were to "care for the poor and have charge of and distribute the money collected for their use." In short, deacons saw to the physical needs of a congregation, while elders concentrated on the group's spiritual needs and edification.
We see the office of deacon established in the opening verses of Acts 6, and the requirements of men who would be deacons outlined in I Timothy 3.
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How many deacons in the Catholic Bible?
There were seven men chosen by the early Church as deacons.
What position in the church did Philip and Stephan hold?
Although not named as Deacons in the bible, they were the forerunners of the deacons in todays churches.
What does Stephanie mean in the Bible?
firsts meaning : to be crowned second meaning in (bible) : the bible says he was one of the deacons of the church in jerusalem. the bible say that he performed many wonders and signs before the people.
Who are the first deacons mention in bible?
Stephen - see Acts 6.
Who preaches The Bible?
People who preach the Bible typically include priests, bishops, deacons, any spiritual figure that needs one in a church during mass.
Why don't Baptists have elders?
Baptists call their elders deacons. This name is in the Bible and many baptist churches try to follow the letter of the Bible when organizing their church.
Are elders in the Bible different than deacons in the Bible?
In the New Testament an "Elder" was classed as the same as a "Pastor". Sometimes they are referred to as Bishops or Overseers. They were the leaders in the church. A Deacon is "one who executes the commands of another, a servant. Stephen, the martyr was a deacon. Deacons today assist the pastor in different areas of service to the church.
What are the duties of a deaconess?
There are only deacons mentioned in the Bible. The word "deaconess" is not in the Bible. Also, a "deacon" is a man. However, to answer the question, "deaconess' is a word which has largely gone out of style, but used to be the equivalent of a female chaplain in schools and some church groups. The duties vary greatly, according to the church (or school) using the term, but generally involve relationship counselling and spiritual guidance for others.
What protestant churches have deacons?
Some presbyterian churches have deacons.
Does it say in the Bible to be charitable?
yes it say in the bible to be always charitable in the bible always read your bible and prayers
Can an orthodox priest have a family and still administer the sacraments?
Yes, because married deacons, priests and bishops are mentioned in the Bible. (1Timothy 3:1-13).
Does it say in the Bible you are a lier if you say you know everything about the Bible?
Not that I'm aware of. But there is a place in the Bible that says, You are a lier if you say you have not sinned.
