03 — Deacon
Mayflower Church Position Description | 03 — Deacon
Governance Position
Role Summary
| Purpose | Oversee the service-related ministries of the Church, providing compassionate care and practical assistance to the congregation. |
| Accountable To | Board of Elders (all boards accountable to Elders) and Congregation |
| Term of Service | 3 years; 3-6 members; monthly meetings; Chair, Secretary, Treasurer structure |
| Selection Process | Nominated by Nominating Team, elected by Church Members |
| Time Commitment | 8-12 hours/month |
Qualifications
Must evidence qualities of character in Acts 6:1-7 and 1 Timothy 3:1-8. Must be a Church Member in good standing.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the service-related ministries of the Church and Teams established to assist in those related ministries, including but not limited to Sanctuary Preparation, Children's, Nursery, and Hospitality
- Coordinate compassionate Member care, providing food, physical assistance, and other services to those in need
- Receive and distribute the Diaconate Fund in confidentiality and other budget items or funds intended to support service-related ministries; the Chair approves all expenditures proposed by the Deacons' Treasurer
- The Diaconate Treasurer will prepare a financial report of monies received and disbursed from the Diaconate Fund and Missions Fund for the annual meeting; the report will be audited by a current or former Member of the diaconate
- Oversee the Adams Benevolent Fund: acknowledge all gifts, administer the disbursing of funds, keep a record of those remembered and the donors, prepare an annual report, maintaining confidentiality
Training & Support
Deacon training, mercy ministry resources, benevolence fund administration
A signed acknowledgment is required when a member accepts this role.
The source .docx (including signature block) is attached to this page.
Position Descriptions | Mayflower Church | April 2026