Our Deacons
Fellowship Dallas Deacons
Fellowship Dallas Deacons – Serving the Church
In Act chapter 6:1-6 we see the initiation of what would become the church position of Deacon. A problem arose that threatened the unity of the new church and distracted the Apostles from their God-given role of teaching the church. Men were identified to address this issue thus preserving church unity and allowing the Apostles to focus on teaching the new church. Later in Paul’s letter to the Roman church, we see in the first 2 verses of chapter 16 that a woman named Pheobe was addressed as a Deaconess for her commendable service to the church. We therefore have men and women serving as Deacons at Fellowship Dallas.Deacons serve under the authority of the Elders and support the staff in addressing the needs of the church. Deacons therefore provide a unifying multiplication of service to meet Jesus’ command to love one another.
Biblical Qualifications
Our Deacons are men and women who have been identified by the church and Elders as those who radiate Jesus and embody the biblical picture of a Deacon. Under direction of the Elders, Deacons provide organized, practical service and have met specific qualifications as reviewed by the Elders. These qualifications are found in 1 Timothy 3:8-13. Jesus set the example in John 13:1-17 and Mark 10:45.
Worthy of respect - marked by being honorable, financially ethical, and of good character.
- Worthy of respect - marked by being honorable, financially ethical, and of good character.
- Truth-speaking - faithful in marriage and steady in leadership.
- Spiritually mature - understanding Christian doctrine with a clear conscience.
- Well managed families – if married they must lead their families well in love.
- Tested by the Elders – meeting the above qualifications.
- Love and serve the Church serve with compassion, praying with people, and helping our Body flourish.
- Devoted to unity - —listening well, pursuing peace, and strengthening the oneness of our church. Support and strengthen our mission—aligning fully with our calling to Love God, Love One Another, and Live Like Jesus. Wholeheartedly affirm our values – Dependence on God, Grace and Truth, Mosaic Community, and Radiate Jesus.
These men and women must also be available and willing to serve sacrificially. They humbly love Christ and His people, and they have the capacity to carry the responsibilities entrusted to Deacons.
Responsibilities of Deacons
By the grace of Jesus Christ, Deacons serve as compassionate, practical unifiers of His church. This responsibility is carried out together, in humility and dependence on the Spirit.
Specifically, deacons are entrusted to:
- Love God
- Love one another
- Live like Jesus
- Protect unity
- Support elders and staff
- Serve humbly and within delegated authority
- Guard confidentiality
- Pray faithfully
- Communicate and follow through
- Support and encourage the staff of Fellowship Dallas
Implementation of Service
Deacons at Fellowship Dallas are currently (2026) assigned to one of the following ministry areas:
- Member Care — crisis response and continuing care
- Hospitality & Connecting — welcome, connection, and communion
- Facilities & Business Support — consultation and volunteer teams
- Tenant Liaison & Events — tenant coordination, projects, and events