matrimony, funerals, and other forms of community prayer. They also share in the responsibility of outreach that one often associates with priests: Deacons visit the sick, the homebound, those imprisoned and in need. In this regard, there is certainly a “family resemblance” to the priesthood! On the other hand, deacons have a unique expression of ordained ministry. The deacon is a particular “icon” or sacramental sign of Christ, who came “not to be served but to serve” (Mark 10:45). In this regard,