Deacons

 What do Deacons do?

The appointment of Deacons marked one of the early examples of “division of labor” in the church.  Paul later pictured the church as the Body of  Christ-one body with various inter-connected parts, each using the unique gifts that it brings. Read I Corinthians 12 for this insightful understanding of how the church functions.

Deacons represent the gift for caring and serving.  They are not to be the only care givers and servers in the church, of course, but they are called to lead the entire congregation in its ministry of sympathy and service in the church and in the community.

The Book of Order outlines the duties and responsibilities of Deacons.  Within the guidelines set forth in the Book of Order, the Board of Deacons is free to interpret its call to service as it sees fit. 
At Dutch Neck, Deacons are presently involved in a number of different kinds of service.
 
Ongoing Responsibilities to the Congregation

      Care Groups/Special people

      Ushers/Greeters/Flower Delivery

      Committee Work

      Plan and arrange funeral receptions

Service to the community
      Children’s Home Society Projects

      Red Cross Blood Drive
 
Financial Contributions

      Discretionary Fund

      Donations (TASK, Flood Relief, etc.)
 
Fellowship Opportunities

      Pancake Brunches

      June Picnic
 
Miscellaneous

      Christmas Poinsettias

      Easter Lilies

Since the Board of Deacons is sometimes called upon to address needs of a sensitive nature, such business must be held in strict confidence.

Deacons’ meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of the month (November we meet on the third Wednesday and there is no meeting in July) at 7:30  p.m. Special meetings may be called by the moderator as needed.
       
Here's how you can help the Deacons! 

• Participating in the Children’s Home Society projects.
• Fill a backpack for back to school
• Christmas gifts for a needy child.
• Provide an Easter basket  
• Provide baked goods for funerals.
• Help host a funeral reception, set up or clean up.
• Volunteer to visit elderly and home bound members.
• Donate blood during our annual Red Cross blood drive.

Highlight: Community Outreach Projects

The Children’s Home Society – The generosity of the congregation has made these 2007-2008 projects successful and provide happiness to many of the children supported by the Children’s Home Society.

75 children received back packs

75 children received back-to-school backpacks

100 children received Christmas presents

Blood Drive – In February, in cooperation with the American Red Cross, The Deacons provided the opportunity for the congregation to donate blood – the gift of life. Forty two people donated.

We, of the Board of Deacons, wish to thank the members of the congregation and visitors for their continued generosity and support.