1 Timothy 3:8-13
8aDeacons likewise must be dignified, not 1double-tongued, bnot indulging in much wine, cnot fond of dishonest gain, 9abut holding to the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience. 10aAnd these men must also first be tested; then let them serve as deacons if they are beyond reproach. 111Women must likewise be dignified, anot malicious gossips, but btemperate, faithful in all things. 12aDeacons must be bhusbands of only one wife, cleading their children and their own households well. 13For those who have served well as deacons aobtain for themselves a 1high standing and great boldness in the faith that is in Christ Jesus.