We all have different gifts, each of which came because of the grace of God gave us.  The person who has the gift of prophecy should use that gift in agreement with the faith.  Anyone who has the gift of serving should serve.  Anyone who has the gift of teaching should teach.  Whoever has the gift of encouraging others should encourage.  Whoever has the gift of giving to others should give freely.  Anyone who has the gift of being a leader should try hard when he leads.  Whoever has the gift of showing mercy to others should do so with joy.  Romans 12:6-6 (NCV)

Deacons are called to serve with dignity, faith, and compassion—holding fast to the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience, and modeling Christ’s servant leadership in the household of God.”