Deaconess
A female member of deep spiritual values and high moral character may be
consecrated and set apart for the office of deaconess.
The duties and responsibilities of a Deaconess include; (a) visiting the sick, the
un-churched and shut-in; (b) counsel the lonely and depressed; (c) pray with and for those
who desire prayer; (d) assist with the Sacraments of the Church, i.e., assist candidates
and prepare for Holy Baptism and make sure the proper paraments dress the Altar.
Stewardess may, by the authorization of the Pastor, assist with the preparation of the
elements of Holy Communion, i.e., they may provide sterilized glasses, polish communion
trays and plates. Stewardess may assist the Pastor in communing the sick.
