The first deacons, appointed in the early Christian church to assist the apostles with service and administration, are primarily noted in the Book of Acts. Stephen, one of the first seven deacons, became the first Christian martyr after being stoned to death for his bold preaching. Another deacon, Philip, spread the Gospel in Samaria and baptized the Ethiopian eunuch, highlighting the deacons' role in early evangelism. The actions of these deacons helped to establish the foundation for church leadership and service.
The first deacons were Stephen, Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and Nicolaus.
Antioch
Stephen - see Acts 6.
First Timothy, chapter three.
Some presbyterian churches have deacons.
He was one of the original seven deacons appointed by the apostles and the first Christian martyr.
There were seven men chosen by the early Church as deacons.
In Mormonism deacons are ages 12 and 13 usually
Not all deacons hold candles. It must be a tradition in your church.
Stephen was one of the first deacons but not an apostle.
No, deacons are required to pay dues
Deacons cannot consecrate the Eucharist, hear confessions, or Anoint the Sick