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Healing the Pornography Epidemic

Deacon Joe called my office seeking help for two couples he was preparing for marriage. While meeting alone with the man from the first couple, Deacon Joe learned that this man was struggling with compulsive pornography use. This man... Read More

Keeping Kids Safe Online

In today’s digital age, the internet poses significant threats to the health and well-being of children. Our children are...

The Diaconate of the Laity

A welcome focus of the Second Vatican Council (1962-65) was its emphasis on the lay apostolate, especially the laity’s...

A Look at ‘Interior Castle’ by St. Teresa of Ávila

Had Teresa of Ávila‎ written “Interior Castle” (Noll Library, OSV, $29.95) for men called to the permanent diaconate, she...

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The Deacon as a Global Mission Partner

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The vocation of a deacon in the Catholic Church is deeply intertwined with the identity of Christ as both... Read More

The Deacon as the Good Samaritan at the End of Life

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Much has been said about the diaconal call to serve those on the margins in society, bringing Christ to... Read More

 

 

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Encountering Christ the Servant

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Back in 2020, inspired by my silver jubilee, I set out to provide a comprehensive spiritual guide for deacons.... Read More

God Is Good for Your Health

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Dr. Vivek H. Murthy, the current surgeon general of the United States, has issued some important advisories in recent... Read More

 

 

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My Plans Crossed

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A half hour. That’s how long it took my wife, Anne, and me to figure out how to turn... Read More

Called to Service with a Smile

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In the vast tapestry of the Catholic Church, the role of a deacon is seen as one of service... Read More