An "archdeacon" is a high-ranking official in some religious organizations, usually associated with the Anglican and Catholic Churches. They are responsible for assisting bishops and overseeing the work of local clergy in a specific area or region.
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This office was received from the East Syrian Church and there is a tradition that the first archdeacon in India was from the family of Pakolomattam. (religion-online.org)
She features many of those tipped to be in the running to become the UK's first female bishop, including Rev Lucy Winkett, rector of St James's Piccadilly; Rev Rose Hudson - Wilkin, speaker's chaplain to the House of Commons; and the Venerable Sheila Watson, archdeacon of Canterbury. (premierchristianity.com)
«Security in churches is always tight during Sunday mass,» said S.P. Asghar, archdeacon at All Saints Church. (christianitytoday.com)