SCHOOL OF THE DIACONATE

 The restoration of the diaconate as a permanent ministry in the Church at large following the decline and egregious changes in there ministry is seen as “a great and visible sign of the working of the Holy Spirit.” 

 Over the years, much has been written about the essential identity, role and ministry of the permanent deacon in the life of the Church. There is no doubt that the restoration of the permanent diaconate has been a source of tremendous grace and blessings for the Church.  

  There is no doubt that the restoration of the permanent diaconate has been a source of tremendous grace and blessings for the Church.   The Episcopal Academy seeks to restore this essential teaching and understanding back to the church so that the Ecclesia will be the grateful beneficiary of the restoration of this ministry.  

  Course Topics The biblical historical foundation of the permanent deacon, The essential identity of the permanent deacon in the life of the universal church, The essential role of the permanent deacon in the local church, dioceses and within the National and International Reformation, 

 The qualifications and qualities needed in those men and women recruited for the permanent diaconate, The formation process for the permanent diaconate, Particular issues and concerns that have been encountered in light of the experience of the permanent diaconate.