Acolyte

usgb/ˈækəlaɪt/
noun

A person who assists in some religious duties or services.

In the mass, the priest was assisted by an acolyte.
Visual representation of "acolyte" - A person who assists in some religious duties or services.

Often appears as...

  • church acolyte
  • acolyte duties

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Religious

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Religious Role

Acolyte is primarily used in religious settings to describe someone assisting with ceremonies.

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The bishop's acolyte carried the cross ahead of him.
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Not Clergy

An acolyte isn't a member of the clergy but has specific duties during worship.

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She was proud to be an acolyte, though not yet ready to commit to becoming a nun.
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Age-Related

Traditionally, acolytes are often younger members of a religious community.

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The church's youngest acolyte was only twelve, learning to serve at the altar.
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