Archdeacons sometimes wear purple instead of black cassocks. Venerable - see Archdeacon. See also Dean. The initial level of ordination in the Episcopal Church. Unlike protestant churches where Deacon is a lay order, in the Episcopal Church Deacon is a clerical order.
Deacons often have special clerical duties.
Celebrant - The principal officiant at the Eucharist and other Sacraments. The bishop is the normal celebrant, or, if the bishop is not present, a priest. Officiant - A person who officiates at the Daily Offices and other rites. Master of Ceremonies - A person designated to direct the ceremonial at the liturgy. Clerical - an adjective referring to ordained persons and their work.