Jesus gave the evangelist to His church to:

• Preach and teach the Word of God (Acts 8:12).
• Win the lost (Acts 8:13).
• Edify believers (Ephesians 4:11-12).
• Work miracles (Acts 8:6).
• Bring unity (Acts 8:6; Ephesians 4:11-12).
• Set people free (Acts 8:7).
• Heal the sick (Acts 8:7).
• Impart joy (Acts 8:8).
• Impart faith (Acts 8:12).
• Exalt Jesus Christ (Acts 8:5+12).
• Equip and train believers for the work of the ministry (Ephesians 4:11-12).
• Co-labor with other ministers to build the church (Ephesians 4:11-12).