The Requirements for An Elder
Elders are men with godly character who put the faith into practice at home and in public, who understand the faith and are able to encourage believers in the truth and correct error.
Titus 1:5-9; 1 Timothy 3:1-7
Deacons
Deacons are men and women of Christian character and a mature, orthodox faith, who are set apart by the church to serve the church, her members, and others in practical ways.
1 Timothy 3:8-13
The Noble Call of Church Leadership
The Noble Call of Church Leadership. Ordination of Perry Anderson
1 Timothy 3:1