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Archdeacon

Official diocesan definition

A clergy person appointed by the bishop to provide administrative assistance and other leadership as assigned by the bishop to congregations and church organizations in the diocese.

Also called

Archdeacons

Source

Definitions are based on the Church Terminology glossary of the Anglican Diocese of Toronto. Last verified 2026-08-05.

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