The first deacons were Stephen, Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and Nicolaus.
Antioch
No, Stephen was not one of the original twelve apostles chosen by Jesus. He was one of the seven men chosen to serve as deacons in the early Christian church, as described in the Book of Acts.
First Timothy, chapter three.
Stephen - see Acts 6.
Some presbyterian churches have deacons.
He was one of the original seven deacons appointed by the apostles and the first Christian martyr.
Not all deacons hold candles. It must be a tradition in your church.
There were seven men chosen by the early Church as deacons.
In Mormonism deacons are ages 12 and 13 usually
Deacons cannot consecrate the Eucharist, hear confessions, or Anoint the Sick
Deacons for Defense - TV movie - was created in 2003.