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Definition: Office in the Aaronic Priesthood. Passers of the sacrament.

Pronunciation: [Dee-kun] (noun)

Example: John, a Deacon, was passing the sacrament on Sunday.

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Priesthood
The Priesthood (Aaronic and Melchizedek Priesthoods) held by members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Information on duties, callings, home teaching, and activities.

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Deacon
From the Bible Dictionary at LDS.org

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