“Therefore, brothers, pick out from among you seven men of good repute, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we will appoint to this duty” (Acts 6:3).

So were the instructions from the twelve apostles to the gathered disciples to assure that the proclamation of the Word of God and the care for the household of God were not at odds.

Springfield PFWB Church is blessed to have men of good repute, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, who hold the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience to care well for the congregation as deacons (1 Tim. 3:9; Acts 6:3). This Sunday, we were doubly blessed to ordain a new deacon into service, which is truly cause for celebration.

Church members, remember our part of ordination, to uphold in prayer and encouragement not only this brother, but all who serve as deacons.