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The Seven Deacons: Stephen, the Martyr

March 3, 2020 Leave a comment

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In Acts 6:1-6 we find mention of seven deacons. However, only two are well know. These two are Stephen and Philip. Acts tells us these seven men were selected as men of good standing and full of the Spriit and wisdom. They were appointed to care for the community, particuarly the widows and hungry. Tradition states these seven men are […]

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