It's 30 years since women were first ordained as deacons in the Church of England! Archbishop Robert Runcie ordains the first women deacons in April 1987 Surely an occasion to celebrate. Some images of deacons around the world to add to our rejoicing. Deacons in Ovamboland Armenian deacons - pioneers indeed Newly-ordained women … Continue reading 30 YEARS OF WOMEN DEACONS