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Deacon of Cenchreae
Phoebe
Epistles
Life
Servant/deacon of the church at Cenchreae; likely carrier of the letter to the Romans; a 'patron of many, and of myself as well,' says Paul.
Key Facts
- Bearer of Romans
- Patron (prostatis)
Why this matters
Honored woman in early church leadership — important for Wesleyan/COG affirmation of women in ministry.