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Deacons cannot celebrate Mass, so why can't women be ordained to the diaconate?
Can deacons perform exposition and benediction?
Fr. Vincent Serpa O.P.
Can deacons give blessings?
Michelle Arnold
Can you tell me who (if anyone) is supposed to read the gospel and give a homily at Communion services?
Catholic Answers Staff
Can a layperson lead vespers?
Catholic Answers Staff
Who can validly anoint the sick?
Edward Peters
May deacons anoint the sick?
Edward Peters
Are priests and deacons required to read the Gospel from the Book of the Gospels?
Peggy Frye

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