"The office of deacon as set forth in Scripture is one of sympathy, witness, and service after the example of Jesus Christ. Persons of spiritual character, honest repute, of exemplary lives, brotherly and sisterly love, warm sympathies, and sound judgment should be chosen for this office. . ." From the Constitution of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) BOOK of ORDER
THE BOARD OF DEACONS
Dave Evans, Moderator