It might well be made a text-book for candidates for the Diaconate, or at least in theological colleges.
"Thoughts on Religion"
George John Romanes
No application was ever made for consecration in Denmark; while the offer of the Danish government, made through Mr. Adams, our then Minister to England, related only to the ordination of candidates for the Diaconate and priesthood.
"Report Of Commemorative Services With The Sermons And Addresses At The Seabury Centenary, 1883-1885."
Diocese Of Connecticut
The first ordination ministered by him who first bore the Apostolic commission to this nation, was an ordination-not of seven indeed, but of four-to the Diaconate.
"Report Of Commemorative Services With The Sermons And Addresses At The Seabury Centenary, 1883-1885."
Diocese Of Connecticut