Holy in Diaconate

Explore - Deacons are called to a life of holiness

What is the ministry of the deacon?

The ministry of a deacon is similar to but different from that of a priest or bishop. A deacon is ordained and missioned by Christ through the bishop to minister to the needy and the poor and to be a minister of Word and Sacrament, working in obedience to his bishop and in close fraternal cooperation with priests (read more)

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Can deacons be married?

Married men can become deacons. Single men who are ordained deacons take a promise of celibacy, similar to the priest's promise of celibacy, and may not marry once they are ordained. If married, the deacon candidate should be in a stable marriage for a number or years and have the expressed consent and support of his wife. His children should also be of such an age and adjustment as not to be unduly affected by their father's pursuit of a life that involves special apostolic commitments. (Learn more)

Can you tell me more about what a deacon does?

The deacon reaches out to the poor, the sick, the elderly, the divorced, the imprisoned and others in order to first address their human needs. He does charitable, administrative and welfare work in the name of the Church. He organizes, leads and supports lay ministry. He assists in marriage and baptismal preparation as well as being involved in social ministries at every level. Having thus been identified in the role of servant, he may then become more effectively a liturgical minister to proclaim the Gospel and preach, to assist at the Eucharist, celebrate Eucharistic devotions, to baptize and witness marriages, to administer sacramentals and to bury the dead.

What is the formation process to become a deacon?

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