Job Description
1. Deacons are assigned to the parish by the Bishop and are the
Rector's assistants: therefore they are not part of the Parish Council. The Deacon's
place in the community is one of humble "service to the least of her brothers and
sisters". They may attend Council meetings and represent the rector when he is not able
to attend. They may report on projects that have been assigned to them by the rector. They
do not have a vote on council decisions.
2. Duties - with the knowledge and blessing of the Rector;
Represent the parish at the Diocesan Assembly; Teach Bible studies and catechetical
classes; Visit shut-ins, prisoners, and the sick; Assist when possible at all liturgical
and sacramental functions; Help Rectors in other parishes with liturgical and sacramental
functions; Be cognoscente of, church attendance and conduct and report when necessary; Be
available for charitable outreach, mission and evangelism. |