The appointment of deacons in the Early Church was meant to check

The appointment of deacons in the Early Church was meant to check discrimination and favoritism. In Acts 6, there was a complaint about the unfair distribution of food to the widows of two different groups of believers. The apostles decided to appoint seven men to oversee the distribution of food to ensure that all widows were cared for equally. These seven men were the first deacons appointed in the Early Church. By appointing deacons, the apostles were able to delegate responsibility for practical matters, allowing them to focus on preaching the Gospel and prayer. Additionally, the appointment of deacons from different backgrounds, including Hellenistic Jews, demonstrated that the Church was open to people from all backgrounds and was not favoring one group over another.