John Alcock (archdeacon of Waterford) facts for kids

John Alcock (born 23 October 1804 in Kilkenny, died 15 September 1886 in Waterford) was an Irish Anglican priest. He lived and worked during the late 1800s.

John Alcock studied at Trinity College, Dublin, which is a famous university. He became a priest in 1829. This means he was officially given the role of a religious leader in the Anglican Church.

He served in different churches during his life. From 1852 to 1866, he was a Perpetual Curate at the Bethseda Chapel in Dublin. A Perpetual Curate is a type of priest who is in charge of a church. Later, from 1866 until he passed away, he was the Rector of Waterford. A Rector is also a priest who leads a church, often with more responsibilities. John Alcock spent many years serving his community in these important roles.