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N., Bishop in the Church of God, on behalf of the clergy and people of the Diocese of N., we present to you N.N. to be ordained a deacon in Christ’s holy catholic Church.

Has he been selected in accordance with the canons of this Church? And do you believe his manner of life to be suitable to the exercise of this ministry?

We certify to you that he has satisfied the requirements of the canons, and we believe him qualified for this order.

Will you be loyal to the doctrine, discipline, and worship of Christ as this Church has received them? And will you, in accordance with the canons of this Church, obey your bishop  and other ministers who may have authority over you and  your work?

I am willing and ready to do so; and I solemnly declare that I do believe the Holy Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments  to be the Word of God, and to contain all things necessary to  salvation; and I do solemnly engage to conform to the doctrine,  discipline, and worship of The Episcopal Church.