What is a Deacon?

In the early church, the office of Deacon emerged to help the church accomplish its mission of making disciples. Deacons were first appointed in the New Testament in order to help care for the practical needs of people who had responded to the call of Jesus. In response to a growing need, Elders appointed deacons to administratively and pastorally steward the work of the church and the Spirit. These were leaders (men and women) who were full of faith and the Holy Spirit, who demonstrated obvious Godly character, and were trusted with the responsibility of meeting these important needs amongst the people of God.

At Bridgetown Church we hope our deacons will carry on this legacy of faith and mission as was characterized by the first Deacons.