Pope Francis: Deacons are called to Selflessness
By Justin McLellan, CNS – “Being ordained is not an ascent but a descent, whereby we make ourselves small, lower ourselves and divest ourselves,” Pope Francis said...
Deacons
Jubilee of Deacons: Expand Diaconate beyond Parish Walls
By Justin McLellan, CNS — The future of the permanent diaconate hinges on rediscovering its unique vocation of service, expanding its presence beyond the parish and strengthening...
Rev Sy Mamabolo: The Deacon Who Runs SA’s Elections
When we went to the polls on May 29, the election process was overseen by a deacon of the Catholic Church. Daluxolo Moloantoa spoke with Rev Sy...
Ordination of Deacon Giovanni Abrahams at Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Church
By Mark Kisogloo – Giovanni Larigan Abrahams was ordained to the Diaconate by Archbishop Buti Tlhagale at Our Lady of Lebanon parish in Mulbarton, South of Johannesburg...
Pretoria Deacons Recommitment Mass at St Anthony Of Padua In Soshanguve
The Soshanguve South Pastoral District hosted a deacon`s recommitment Holy Mass at St Anthony of Padua Church in Soshanguve. The celebration took place on the Feast of...
The Vocation of the Catholic Permanent Diaconate as a Fruit of Marriage
By Laurika Nxumalo – The permanent diaconate, restored by the Second Vatican Council, emphasises service (diakonia) as its core mission. Deacons are ordained to serve the Church...
Can Deacons Marry after Ordination?
Question: Can an unmarried deacon later marry after ordination? Or re-marry if his wife dies? Answer: Married men have been admitted to the clergy of the Catholic...
‘No, but…’: Despite papal denial, dialogue on women diaconate continues
By Justin McLellan, CNS – When Pope Francis was once asked if a girl could ever grow up to become a deacon or join the clergy of...
80 Years for Deacon Lawrence Augustine!
By Wendy Van Leeve – The 6th of June 2024 marked a very special day in the life of Deacon Lawrence Augustine. By grace, he celebrated 80...
Heaven Awaits: Reverend Deacon Paul Seageng Laid To Rest
In true fashion to his character, the funeral of the late Reverend Deacon Paul Seageng of the archdiocese of Pretoria was filled with humour and celebration of...
