How do deacons serve in the church?

Deacons serve by ensuring that the physical and material needs of the church community are met. According to Acts 6, the early church appointed deacons to handle the distribution of resources so that the apostles could focus on prayer and preaching. This role extends beyond mere administrative tasks; it embodies compassion and service to 'the least of these' (Matthew 25:40). By caring for the vulnerable, deacons fulfill Jesus's command to love and serve others, reflecting His heart for the church and the world.