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Deacons are ordained to the ministry and service of the bishop (as opposed to being ordained to the priesthood).
Their primary responsibility, then, is in assisting the bishop in the governance of the diocese. They are often involved in the administration of the Church's resources, with a special consideration of the needs of the poor and vulnerable.
Deacons also are called upon to preach and to assist in the sacramental ministry of the local church. Though their primary ministry is normally supra-parocchial, each deacon is resident in a local parish and may assist there.
Era Boyer
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∙ 12y agothe role of the deacon is to lead the people of the diocese
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What protestant churches have deacons?
Some presbyterian churches have deacons.
What can deacons do?
For most Baptist churches, there are two offices: Pastors and deacons. Pastors often are selected from outside the congregation, whereas deacons are usually selected from within the congregation. Baptist congregations rely heavily on the biblical qualifications for deacons (1 Timothy 3) and on the selection of the Seven (Acts 6) as fundamental guides for understanding the role of the deacon. Deacons usually administer the resources of the congregation, while pastors focus on the spiritual needs. Often deacons are elected by their congregation and may serve for life (or until resignation). While the particular responsibilities may vary from congregation to congregation with some guidance from the convention, deacons often advise the pastor, help lead the congregation, visit the sick, and organize relief and support for the poor and vulnerable.
What roles do women play in the Lutheran church?
They can play basically any role that a man can. They can be pastors, liturgical deacons, Communion assistants, ushers, greeters, etc.
Why does the deacons hold the candle?
Not all deacons hold candles. It must be a tradition in your church.
How many deacons in the Catholic Bible?
There were seven men chosen by the early Church as deacons.
How long do deacons stay in that position for?
In Mormonism deacons are ages 12 and 13 usually
What are three things deacons can not do?
Deacons cannot consecrate the Eucharist, hear confessions, or Anoint the Sick
When was Deacons for Defense - TV movie - created?
Deacons for Defense - TV movie - was created in 2003.
How many Catholic deacons are there in the world?
38,155 deacons almost all live in Europe and the U.S.
Are Deacons exempted from paying membership dues in the Knights of Columbus?
No, deacons are required to pay dues
Are deacons are the only one that supposed to be at deacons meetings?
In deacons' meetings non-deacons can be there. The visitors should be allowed to speak if it is moved, seconded and voted on by the deacons. They should not be allowed to vote on decisions if it is not address in the constitution and by laws of the church. Robert's Rules of Order came to be from the baptist church so they should be followed when making binding decisions.
What letters did Paul write about deacons?
Paul describes the qualifications of deacons in 1 Timothy chapter 3.
