deacon

/ˈdiːkən/
noun
  1. A member of the clergy in some Christian churches who is below a priest or minister in rank and often assists with church services, charity work, or administration.
    • The deacon read the scripture during the Sunday service.
    • Our church elected a new deacon to help organize community outreach programs.
    • The deacon visited the hospital to pray with sick members of the congregation.
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