Que es un diacono?
Was ist ein Diakon?
Quel est un diacre?
Che cosa e un diacono?

Deacon (d_kun) n.

While priests and bishops are familiar to Catholics, deacons are somewhat less well-known.  Men are deacons for about a year before they are ordained a priest, but some deacons are set apart for a lifelong ministry and are not ordained priests.

Diakonia is a Greek word which means "service." A deacon serves the Church in the name of Jesus Christ as an ordained minister. He preaches, baptizes, and witnesses marriages.  A deacon may have a special ministry in administration or service to the poor.  His duties vary, but what is essential is his dedication and service to the Church.

During the rite of ordination for deacons, the ordaining Bishop says these words: "Receive the Gospel of Christ, whose herald you now are. Believe what you read, teach what you believe, and practice what you teach."

A deacon is dedicated to Christ in his Church, especially to the preaching of the Gospel in word and deed.