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View all the upcoming events by the Office of Diaconate Formation in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.
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History of the Diaconate From the apostolic age the diaconate has had a clearly outstanding position among the various ministries and it has traditionally been held in great honor by the Church. Explicit testimony of this is given by the …
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The Diaconate Formation Office invites all interested in joining the Diaconate program to register for the upcoming Diaconate Virtual Information Day.
November 05, 2020
The Diaconate in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles In 1971 Cardinal Manning first raised the possibility of permanent diaconate service in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. After studying that possibility and establishing the first formation program, the ordination of the …
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The Role of the Deacon Deacons are members of the clergy along with priests and bishops. The deacon’s ministry has three dimensions: liturgy, word and service. At the liturgy, he assists the bishop and priests. At the Mass, the deacon …
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Interested in becoming a deacon (From the diocese of San Antonio) If you feel that you may be called to become a deacon, first we encourage you to reflect on it in prayer. Next, schedule some time to visit with …
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Basic Application Requirements To be considered for the Permanent Diaconate Formation Program, an applicant must: Be in good standing in the Roman Catholic Church for not less than five years Have lived within the Archdiocese of Los Angeles not less …
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The wife of a man in formation has a two-fold role in the formation of her husband, and his subsequent life, as a Deacon. In pursuing a diaconal vocation, a married man must obtain his wife’s written consent for entrance …
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