I Want to Be a Deacon

Author: Dorothy Finch Condry
Composer: Dorothy Finch Condry


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Representative lyrics

English (Original Language)

1. I want to be a deacon when I am twelve years old, That I may have the honor all priesthood members hold. In Sunday School and Primary my teachers help me too. I know my Heav’nly Father has work for me to do.

2. When I become a deacon I’ll be so proud and glad, For then I’ll hold the priesthood the righteous Aaron had. And if I do the Lord’s work the very best I can, I’ll be one of his leaders when I become a man.