A deacon is an ordained leader in the Church, serving as a prophetic, insistent voice that calls the attention of the Church to the needs of the world. The deacon serves as a bridge between Church and world, sending the people out at the end of the liturgy into the world to live out their baptismal ministry. Deacons bring the needs of the world to the attention of the Church. They make certain that the marginalized people in our society are remembered in the Prayers of the People. They organize outreach efforts in parishes. They raise questions: Why are people homeless and hungry? Why are our city streets places of danger for our young people? What can we do about it?
Source:
The Rev. Sue Nebel, Deacon
St. Simon’s Episcopal Church
Arlington Heights, IL
http://www.episcopalchicago.org/at-work-in-the-church/commission-on-ministry/ministry-of-a-deacon/
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