The mission of the Deaconess Ministry is to assist the Pastor and Deacon Ministry in meeting the needs and promoting the spiritual growth of Greater First Church. The position of the deaconess embodies the concept of serving in the church. The Greek work, “diakonos” is translated “servant” and is used to refer to the office of deacon. It does not distinguish between genders. However, for practical reasons and to give more attention to the needs of women, the Greater First Church makes a distinction in the role and duties of deacons and deaconesses.
