The office of Deacon as set forth in Scripture is one of sympathy and service after the example of Christ.  To this office should be chosen members of good character, honest repute, exemplary life, brotherly love, sympathetic nature, and sound judgment, and who are qualified under the standards recorded in Scripture.  It is the duty of a Deacon to be a faithful and diligent Christian, actively sharing in the worship and service of the Church and giving particular emphasis to the duties of his office.

  The Diaconate shall be responsible for the congregations ministry to those in material need or distress.   It shall also encourage practice of total stewardship among the members of the congregation.  It shall plan, in collaboration with the Session, the causes toward which the offerings of the congregation shall be directed; devise effective methods for securing and receiving these offerings; secure and receive special offerings as directed by the session and the higher courts of the Church; and see that all offerings are properly distributed.  It shall have the care of the general property of the congregation, both real and personal.  In construction, or alteration of church property, consent of the congregation is required.