FCC Congregational Meeting 2026
BIBLICAL DEACONS
1 Timothy 3:8–13
8 Deacons, likewise, should be worthy of respect, not hypocritical, not drinking a lot of wine, not greedy for money, 9 holding the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience. 10 They must also be tested first; if they prove blameless, then they can serve as deacons. 11 Wives, likewise, should be worthy of respect, not slanderers, self-controlled, faithful in everything. 12 Deacons are to be husbands of one wife, managing their children and their own households competently. 13 For those who have served well as deacons acquire a good standing for themselves and great boldness in the faith that is in Christ Jesus.
The word “deacon” literally means “servant.” The verb form of the word “deacon” literally means to serve or to wait on.
The New Testament church arranged for the office of deacons for the purposes of caring for and meeting the needs of the church family (see Acts 6) and for supporting the overall health and forward mission of the church.
The first deacons were selected because of congregational division as needs were not being met. Those selected were appointed to minister to the needs which ensured that the church family was unified and well cared for. As the deacons assumed these responsibilities, the pastors were able to focus on their roles of “the ministry of the word and prayer.” You could summarize it by saying deacons ministered to practical needs and provided care for the church.
Practically speaking, deacons were peace-making, engaged, spiritually mature servants of Jesus who were already supportive of the church and its leaders. They were not troublesome people, issue oriented, or driven by personal agenda. They were faith filled, optimistic encouragers who lived honorably and served effectively to allow God’s work to thrive.
Practically at FCC, deacons do the following to serve:
Care for people
Growth Group leader and/or a coordinator
Advise the elders
Help with Finances (Benevolence)
Serve in ministry
2026 DEACONS
Rob and Sarah Duggan
Rob and Sarah Duggan have been a part of FCC for nearly 20 years. Both of them serve in growth group leadership and with FCC Youth. Rob is the deacon of facility projects and Sarah is involved in multiple places.
Tricia Isayi
Tricia has been a part of FCC for nearly 15 years. Her primary place of service as a deacon is to be a deacon of prayer.
Keith Parker
Keith has been a part of FCC for 4 years and has served in our growth groups. His primary place of service will be the deacon of biblical counseling. Keith is a professional, state-certified family counselor and will be helping FCC partners that need counseling.