Diaconate originates with ‘the seven’ chosen by the apostles
Who was St. Stephen?
Are permanent deacons necessary?
The permanent diaconate was not restored to solve the issue of a shortage of priests.
Deacons are uniquely poised to be a bridge for hurting people
The deacon himself is called to be a servant leader among the faithful.
Deacons serve as bridge between the church and the world
He acts in the person of Christ the servant.
Deacons must resist conservative versus liberal quagmire
Pastoral theology addresses these signs of the times.
Deacons serve as bridge between church and laity
I am frequently asked about what a deacon is supposed to "do" at Mass.
Unique vantage point helps deacon identify needs
The deacon’s ministry of service stands in stark contrast to those who would go it alone.
Diaconate flourishes with help of archdiocesan gifts
We now have 40 permanent deacons in active ministry serving the Archdiocese.
New deacons make their debut in parishes, in ministries
Please pray that God will do great things for the local church through these new deacons!
Deacons-to-be prepare to ‘close’ on service to archdiocese
The ordination of our next cohort of permanent deacons is rapidly approaching.