What in the world is the difference between a preist, deacn, reverend and a monsignour..
I know stupid question but I really dont know the difference.
Jen2999
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ok maybe it wasnt such a stupid question afterall lol
carlsbride
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Deacon - 1st step in the 3 levels of Holy Orders (Deacon, Priest, Bishop) A Deacon can be married.
Reverend - traditionally refers to a Protestant Minister. When used referring to a Catholic Priest - it is a written thing. For example, orally you would say Father John, when writing, you would use Reverend John.
Monsignor - (means my Lord) Honorary title given to a Priest by a Bishop, as a recognition.
HTH
ETA: A Deacon can be ordained even if he is married. After he is ordained, he cannot be married after that, for example if his first wife were to die, he would not be allowed to get married again.
Jen2999
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Posted by carlsbride
Deacon - 1st step in the 3 levels of Holy Orders (Deacon, Priest, Bishop) A Deacon can be married.
Reverend - traditionally refers to a Protestant Minister. When used referring to a Catholic priest - it is a written thing. For example, orally you would say Father John, when writing, you would use reverend John.
Monsignor - (means my Lord) Honorary title given to a Priest by a Bishop, as a recognition.
HTH
Thanks .. you rock!
On our folder at precana it says reverend Rene blah blha
And I was thinking ummm on 7th heaven he is a reverend and he is like married and stuff so I was confused.
