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The OPC does not have deaconesses. There are some who would favor the practice, but even the few I know who would favor it in theory, would not favor it in practice, given our cultural context. They fear it would be a dangerous move....and they are correct.
Women play a vital role in the life of the body of Christ, and they don't need an ordained office to use their gifts! A woman does not need the title "deaconess" to show mercy to others, to bring meals to the sick, etc.
Moreover, the lack of office does not in any way lessen the value or importance of the labor!
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