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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a deacon" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to a member of the clergy in certain Christian denominations who is ordained to serve in various capacities, such as assisting in worship or performing charitable works.
Example: "The church appointed a deacon to help with community outreach programs."
Alternatives: "an elder" or "a minister".
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A year earlier, Moore had ordained Ellen Barrett a deacon.
Nicholas became a deacon.
He is even studying to be a deacon.
A minister is ordained first a deacon, then an elder.
He was ordained a deacon of the Church of England.
I'm now a deacon, the first level of ordination.
It's been two years since I was ordained a deacon.
On Sundays and weekday nights he is a deacon.
There are also Priors, Friars, Sextons and a Deacon.
After all, Matt's step-father was a deacon.
She was also a deacon of the First Presbyterian Church.
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