5. for if a man does not know how to manage his own household, how can he take care of the church of God?
6. He should not be a recent convert, so that he may not become conceited and thus incur the devil’s punishment.
7. He must also have a good reputation among outsiders, so that he may not fall into disgrace, the devil’s trap.
8. Similarly, deacons must be dignified, not deceitful, not addicted to drink, not greedy for sordid gain,
9. holding fast to the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience.
10. Moreover, they should be tested first; then, if there is nothing against them, let them serve as deacons.
11. Women, similarly, should be dignified, not slanderers, but temperate and faithful in everything.
12. Deacons may be married only once and must manage their children and their households well.