WAEC Christian Religious Studies 2003 Question 31

Question 31

Pentecost and the Early Church

The Seven deacons were appointed in the Early Church to

  1. A.evangelize the Hellenist world
  2. B.Collect and dispose church funds
  3. C.resolve the complaints of Hellenist widows
  4. D.suppress the growing opposition to the church.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (resolve the complaints of Hellenist widows)

Explanation

The Hellenists complained their widows were neglected, so seven were appointed for this duty (Acts 6:1-3).