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What do deacons do?
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Deacons perform works of charity and service, proclaim the word of God, and assist in the liturgical and sacramental life of the church.
Deacons also serve in many other ministries, including:
These ordained ministers assist the priest at Mass, preach, teach, baptize, lead the faithful in prayer, witness marriages, and conduct wake and funeral services.- Outreach to the poor, imprisoned or disadvantaged
- Teaching CCD
- Leading preparation for baptism and marriage
- Participating in Bible studies and prayer groups
- Ministering to the sick, bereaved and elderly
- Engaging in youth and young adult ministry
- Leading retreats
- Reaching out to non-practicing Catholics.
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Is God calling you to the diaconate?
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Deacons share how God called them to this ministry.
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Meet the Deacons
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March 23I have learned to trust God in all things, who can do great things through his most unlikely servants.Read More
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March 21Love of God and love of people are what motivate me to serve.Read More
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March 8In ministry, you simply need to die to yourself so that it is Christ who lives in you. If you can get out of the way, Jesus will work in you and through you. My motivation is love.Read More
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Contact the Diaconate Office
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Patricia Curristonpcurristondiopitt.orgAdministrative Assistant
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