Board of Deacons

Josiah Colman
Morris Hamilton - Treasurer
Andre LeBlanc
Ryan Miller
Jim Paterson
Lee Payne
Stephen Rogers
Kyle Schlett
Troy Smillie

Qualifications of a Deacon - with Scriptural References

    1. A man of dignity
  • I Timothy 3:8
    Deacons, likewise, are to be men worthy of respect, sincere, not indulging in much wine, and not pursuing dishonest gain.
    • 2. Sincere (literally, "not double-tongued")
  • I Timothy 3:8
    Deacons, likewise, are to be men worthy of respect, sincere, not indulging in much wine, and not pursuing dishonest gain.
    • 3. Not indulging in much wine (literally, "not addicted to wine")
  • I Timothy 3:8
    Deacons, likewise, are to be men worthy of respect, sincere, not indulging in much wine, and not pursuing dishonest gain.
    • 4. Not pursuing dishonest gain
  • I Timothy 3:9
    They must keep hold of the deep truths of the faith with a clear conscience.
    • 5. Holding to the deep truths of faith
  • I Timothy 3:9
    They must keep hold of the deep truths of the faith with a clear conscience.
    • 6. Has a clear conscience
  • I Timothy 3:9
    They must keep hold of the deep truths of the faith with a clear conscience.
    • 7. First be tested
  • I Timothy 3:10
    They must first be tested; and then if there is nothing against them, let them serve as deacons.
    • 8. Beyond reproach
  • I Timothy 3:10
    They must first be tested; and then if there is nothing against them, let them serve as deacons.

  • Titus 2:8
    and soundness of speech that cannot be condemned, so that those who oppose you may be ashamed because they have nothing bad to say about us.
    • 9. Husband of only one wife (literally, "a one-woman man")
  • I Timothy 3:12
    A deacon must be the husband of but one wife and must manage his children and his household well.
    • 10. Good manger of his children
  • I Timothy 3:12
    A deacon must be the husband of but one wife and must manage his children and his household well.
    • 11. Good manager of his household
  • I Timothy 3:12
    A deacon must be the husband of but one wife and must manage his children and his household well.
    • 12. Self-controlled
  • Titus 2:6
    Similarly, encourage the young men to be self-controlled.
    • 13. Sets an example by doing what is good
  • >Titus 2:7
    In everything set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity, seriousness
    • 14. Pure in doctrine
  • Titus 2:7
    In everything set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity, seriousness
    • 15. Dignified (literally,"devout")
  • Titus 2:7
    In everything set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity, seriousness
    • 16. Sound in speech
  • Titus 2:8
    and soundness of speech that cannot be condemned, so that those who oppose you may be ashamed because they have nothing bad to say about us.

Qualifications of a Deacon
College Hill Presbyterian Church
& Presbyterian Church in America

1. In addition to the above, must be a communicant in good standing for at least one year.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of the English Bible
3. Regular worship attendance
4. Willingness to continue to learn about the role of the deacon
5. Faithful attendance at meetings of the Board of Deacons

Book of Church Order

The Book of Church Order of the Presbyterian Church in America is a document outlining certain areas of doctrine and church government of the PCA. It is not inspired, but it is well crafted and a great deal of thought has been put into it.