deacon

• Substantiv, das ein Mitglied des Klerus in einigen christlichen Kirchen bezeichnet, das im Rang unter einem Priester oder Pfarrer steht und oft administrative oder wohltätige Aufgaben übernimmt.

A noun referring to a member of the clergy in certain Christian churches, ranking below a priest or minister, often involved in administrative or charitable duties.

1. Religious officialB2formal

   A member of the clergy in some Christian churches, ranking below a priest, who assists in services and performs certain duties.

   Diakon

   • The deacon read the gospel during the service.
   • He was ordained as a deacon last year.
   • The deacon helps distribute communion to the congregation.