What is another word for deaconess?
Pronunciation: [dˈiːkə͡ʊnəs] (IPA) 
A Deaconess is a woman who conducts religious ceremonies, assists ministers or priests and helps with various church activities. However, there are several other synonyms for the word deaconess such as Sister, Reverend Mother, Mother, and Nun. Sister refers to catholic nuns who dedicate their lives to god, Reverend Mother is a title given to the head of a female religious organization, Mother refers to a female head of an abby, convent, or monastery, and Nun refers to any woman who has taken vows to join a religious group and dedicate their life to prayer, meditation, or service to others. Each of these terms may vary in their context, but all have religious connotations and similar roles to that of a deaconess.
