The ‘Other’ Patron Saint for Deacons
Deacon Greg Kandra
It happens every year during ordination season. Newly ordained deacons receive gifts from family and friends — nicely wrapped...
On the Real Presence of Christ in Our Lives
Deacon Chris Anderson
In a recent poll, not many Catholics said they believe in the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist....
Dachau and the Diaconate: My Father’s Encounter
Deacon John Lohrstorfer Jr.
On April 29, 1945, a young 20-year-old, Pfc. John Lohrstorfer, was assigned as an artillery observer for the 232nd...More Features
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[PARTNER-PROVIDED CONTENT] What Do Catholics Seek in a Parish?
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The research conducted by ACS Technologies, involving nearly 15,000 respondents, provided insightful data on the state of religious beliefs... Read More
Preaching Racism
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It was about 3:30 a.m., and I was working the midnight shift as a police officer in a suburb... Read MoreColumnists
Strengthening the Diaconal Community
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In any deacon’s spiritual journey, the diaconal community’s importance cannot be overstated. Rooted in the tradition and teachings of... Read More
The Deacon and Confirmation
Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers Comments Off on The Deacon and Confirmation
What role should deacons play in the Sacrament of Confirmation? The Catechism of the Catholic Church notes that “in... Read MoreMore Columnists
The Truth Versus the Fear Factor
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In secular media a popular saying has been uttered in newsrooms nationwide: “If it bleeds it leads.” I know,... Read More