The Temptation to Compromise
Deacon Dominic Cerrato
If we weren’t aware before, many of us realize shortly after ordination that our diaconate doesn’t shield us from...
Gratitude: An Intention of the Heart
Deacon Len Froyen
We are born and meant to be grateful. We are endowed by our Creator with a desire to make...
Brothers in Ministry
Deacon William T. Ditewig
The subject of the age of deacons has been a subject of interest for decades. Most recently the annual...More Features
Preaching Hard Truths
Deacon Matthew Newsome 0
In my homilies, I generally seek to avoid controversial topics. This has been my policy for a few reasons,... Read More
The Diaconal Call to Teach
Deacon Anthony Clishem 1
Every deacon, by virtue of his ordination, becomes a teacher. During the Rite of Ordination, at the handing on... Read MoreColumnists
Discerning the Appropriate Age for Ordained Ministry
Deacon Steve Kramer 0
For eight years I have served as director of homiletics and director of recruitment at Sacred Heart Seminary and... Read More
The Devil and the Diaconate
Deacon Dominic Cerrato 0
Many years ago I had an encounter with a young man that shook me to my core. It was... Read MoreMore Columnists
Exiled People
Susan Kehoe 0
In May, my husband and I traveled to Ireland for a grandchild’s confirmation. It was a wonderful, joyous trip... Read More