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Pope Benedict XVI

Benedict XVI’s Theology of Diakonia

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Deacon Greg Kandra has written a wonderful reflection on “The Diaconate of Benedict XVI” in the March/April publication of The Deacon. He outlines Benedict’s diaconal ministry via the proclamation of the Word, charity, and his ministry at the altar. To complement Deacon Kandra’s article I would like to highlight Benedict’s theology of diakonia, which can Read More
Hospital ministry

Theology and Ministry

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Some time ago I was chatting with a brother deacon involved in hospital ministry. As he explained the ins and outs of chaplaincy, he made a rather broad statement that struck me as quite odd. He said, “The Church’s teachings don’t always work pastorally in a clinical setting.” When I pressed him to explain, he Read More