06-12-2008, 10:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Backwoods Presbyterian  In light of the discussion currently occurring in the PCA I though I would be prudent in making certain the policy according to the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church's Book of Church Order. Quote:
CHAPTER VI, Sect. 1 & 2
CONCERNING DEACONS
A. DESCRIPTION AND QUALIFICATIONS
OF A DEACON
1. The office of deacon as set forth in Scripture is one of
sympathy and service after the example of Christ.
2. To this office should be chosen persons* of good character,
honest repute, exemplary life, brotherly love, sympathetic
nature, and sound judgment, and who are qualified under
the standards recorded in Scripture.
* Circumstances of the local congregation shall require
each session to determine the meaning of the word “persons.”
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This is a practical, orthodox, pastoral, & confessional response to this issue. IMHO.
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Kevin Rogers
Sovereign Community Church, PCA
Moncton NB
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