...have completed their formal preparation and have been
ordained consecrated and served as a
deacon probationary elder, have been found...Holy
Communion, and to order the life of the church for mission and
ministry, and to serve in ministries of compassion and justice. The
servant...Elders continue their service responsibility as Deacons while
serving as Elders and, as such, are bound by the meaning of that
ordination.
General Conference Webmaster: Susan Brumbaugh
PETS Creator: John Brawn
Petition Text: 22969-MN-324-D
1996 United Methodist General Conference