I continued reading Deacons this week and have been challenged and encouraged by it. Matt Smethurst has done a service to local churches all over the world by writing this book. From the Goodreads summary:
In this short book, Matt Smethurst makes the case that deacons are model servants called to meet tangible needs, organize and mobilize acts of service, preserve the unity of the flock, and support the ministry of the elders. Clearing away common misconceptions, Smethurst offers practical guidance for deploying deacons and helping churches to flourish.