Epistle to Polycarp (Short Version)

Let widows not be neglected. Be, after the Lord, their protector and friend. Let nothing be done without your consent; neither do anything without the approval of God, which indeed you do not, as you are steadfast. Let your gatherings be frequent: seek after everyone by name. Do not despise either male or female slaves, but neither let them be puffed up with conceit. Instead, let them submit themselves more, for the glory of God, so that they may receive a better freedom from God. Let them not long to be set free from slavery at the public expense, so they are not found to be slaves to their own desires.