The Office of the Deacon (1)

The second part of the Form for the Ordination of Elders and Deacons deals with the office of the deacon. This Form is rather brief, dealing with just two matters. First of all the origin and institution of the office is recorded, and this is followed by a brief description of the office itself. To these matters we will return presently, but let us first make some general observations. The second part of the Form for the Ordination of Elders and Deacons deals with the office of the deacon....