New Permanent Deacons In Formation

Congratulations and every blessing to our new permanent diaconate candidates who soon begin their formation for that ministry.
 

The first responsibility of the deacon is to be an effective visible sign of Christ who came to serve rather than to be served. Although the ministry of the deacon may be exercised on a part-time basis, he remains at all times a deacon and he is called, in his life-style, to reflect this.

The ministry of the deacon is an expression of his being an icon of Christ the servant. The areas of ministry which may be entrusted to deacons fall under three general headings, Altar, Word and Charity.

For more on the permanent diaconate in Armagh, please click here: http://www.armagharchdiocese.org/2009/02/09/permanent-diaconate/