Deacons

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What is the best way to attract deacons to attending hymns classes? For the past year I have been trying to attract seven particular deacons to attend, but to no avail...…
Could you please tell me about deaconship? How is it different in our church from the Protestant and the Catholic Church?
What is the role of the rank of Deacon? Is this a full time position? Would they get paid a salary from the Church, similar to the priest (Abouna)? Are all deacons…

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