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A deacon is a rank of a person in a church.
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A deacon is a member of the clergy in some Christian denominations who assists priests or ministers and often has responsibilities related to service and outreach to the community. Deacons can perform certain religious rituals such as baptisms and marriages but typically do not lead worship services or administer sacraments like priests or ministers.
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What type of deacon can be married?
In the Catholic Church, permanent deacons can be married men. However, if they are single at the time of ordination, they are expected to remain celibate if their spouse passes away. In the Eastern Orthodox Church, men who are already married may be ordained as deacons.
What is a gender of noun deacon?
The gender of the noun "deacon" is typically masculine.
What is the plural possessive of deacon?
The plural possessive form of "deacon" is "deacons'".
Was St. Francis a deacon or a friar?
St. Francis of Assisi was a friar, not a deacon. He founded the Franciscan order, which emphasized poverty, humility, and simplicity in devotion to God.
Why does a deacon wear a stole like a sash ie over the left shoulder?
A deacon wears a stole over the left shoulder to distinguish their role from that of a priest, who wears it around the neck. This manner of wearing the stole reflects the deacon's role as a servant, and symbolizes their readiness to serve others.
What are the duties of a deacon in the Episcopal Church?
I like the way Richard Fabian defines the Rolle of the Deacon and so will use his definition as mine. The role of the Deacon is to make the liturgical service go smoothly. The Deacon has a job, a big job. The Deacon vests for his/her job and i so doing share in ministry with the Rector and the Lay people.
How do you spell deacon?
deacon
What nicknames does Robert Deacon go by?
Robert Deacon goes by Deacon.
What happens to a mouse that eats deacon?
Well, I suppose the Deacon dies. Poor Deacon.
What is the name of a permanent deacon?
Uhhh.. Deacon.
Was St.Lawrence of Rome a deacon?
He was a deacon and a martyr.
What is the birth name of Robert Deacon?
Robert Deacon's birth name is Robert Paul Deacon.
When did Joey Deacon die?
Jimmy Deacon died in 1976.
What church office position was started to assist the apostles in looking after the poor?
Deacon .
Who is the Deacon of the United States?
Are you kidding with me? There is no deacon of the United States. A deacon is someone who helps priests at a parish.
What is a deaconesses?
A deaconess is a female deacon. Whose duties are the same as a male deacon.
How tall is Brett Deacon?
Brett Deacon is 6'.
