As I was perusing vocations sites on the internet, I happened upon a statement which I have slightly edited. What is wrong with this (edited) statement when you apply it to permanent deacons? From the beginnings of the Church there … Continue reading
by Therese Ivers, JCL Have you ever been torn between getting married and becoming a priest? If you are serious about discerning your vocation, one of the best tools to have is this book, To Save a Thousand Souls : … Continue reading
Q. Do permanent deacons always wear the Roman collar? A. Permanent deacons wear clerical attire according to the norms set up by their bishop. A good percentage of permanent deacons work in secular jobs, where clerical attire would be inappropriate. … Continue reading
Q. Is a deacon a layperson? A. A permanent or transitional deacon in good standing is a member of the clerical, not lay state and is thus not considered a layman. He is a clergyman. (c) 2009 by Therese Ivers, … Continue reading
by Therese Ivers The permanent diaconate was recently revived after centuries of disuse in the Catholic Church. Those who are called to be permanent deacons have a somewhat unique vocation. A permanent deacon may be either single or married. He, … Continue reading
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