Archdeacon (noun)

A senior administrative official in the Christian Church, ranking below a bishop and above a deacon.

Origin:

Derived from the greek words 'arkhiepiskopos' meaning 'chief bishop'. the term was first used in english in the early 11th century to describe a senior clergy member in the christian church.

Examples:

1. The archdeacon was responsible for overseeing the work of the other deacons.
2. The archdeacon had to attend the bishop's meetings and report back to his own parish.
3. The archdeacon's duties included visiting and supporting the poor.
4. The archdeacon was also responsible for managing the finances of the diocese.
5. The archdeacon was the only one who had the power to ordain new deacons.