DUTIES:
The Deaconesses are responsible for preparing candidates for Baptismal service. In addition, assigned members of the Deaconess Board are also responsible for the set-up and disassembling of the Communion table. Other related duties include the laundering and maintenance of used Communion and baptismal garments. Working in partnership with the Deacon Board, it is customary for the Deaconess to accompany the Pastor or the Deacons on home visits for bereavement, sick visitations as well as the administering of Holy Communion at a member's home or hospital room.
