Case 29 · Officer Conduct · Session

A Deacon Acting Outside His Lane

A deacon has begun making broad promises of aid and pastoral direction without coordination, causing confusion about office and responsibility.

Discussion Questions

1

Which opening course best preserves truth, credibility, and proportionality when a concern touches office?

2

If the matter remains weighty, which next course best honors the court's own responsibility without haste or evasiveness?

3

Which outcome best preserves trust in office, justice for the persons involved, and the possibility of restoration?

Scripture Cited

  • Acts 6:3
  • 1 Timothy 3:8-10
  • 1 Peter 5:2

Constitutional Reference

Diaconal Oversight · Church Government · Officer Conduct

If thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone.

Matthew 18:15