The term 'Archdeacon' is a title given to a senior member of the clergy in the Anglican Church. The VENERABLE is an honorific title given to certain members of the clergy, usually those who have been ordained for at least 15 years. It is often used as a prefix to the name of the Archdeacon, such as the VENERABLE John Smith. The title is also used to refer to the Archdeacon's office, such as the VENERABLE Office of the Archdeacon.