Religious Roles

Deacon

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A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Deacon. A church assistant.

See also: Deacon (in the Church of England)

Biblical references include: Romans 16:1, Philippians 1:1, 1 Timothy 3:1-12

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  1. Deacon (in the Church of England)
  2. Elder (Modern church)
  3. Elder (Older)
  4. Church (Family)
  5. Elder (New Testament church)
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Deacon (in the Church of England)

A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Deacon (in the Church of England). An curate who has completed their initial training and has been ordained as a deacon to serve in a parish until they are then priested. While a deacon they cannot preside at Holy Communion/Eucharist nor perform marriage ceremonies.

See also: Deacon

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Dean

A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Dean. A senior member of the Anglican clergy on the staff of a cathedral.

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Elder (Modern church)

A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Elder (Modern church). A member of the leadership team of a non-conformist church.

See also: Elder (Older) and Elder (New Testament church)

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Elder (New Testament church)

A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Elder (New Testament church). A member of the team of leaders in the local Christian churches in the period after Jesus’ death.

See also: Elder (Older) and Elder (Modern church)

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Evangelist

A British Sign Language (BSL) translation of Evangelist. Someone who preaches the Christian gospel and seeks to convert others; especially as a public speaker.

See also: Evangelical (Advocating) and Evangelical (Denomination) and Evangelise

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