National Directory for the Formation, Ministry and Life of Permanent ...
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Visit <strong>of</strong> Consultation Teams21510. How does <strong>the</strong> <strong>for</strong>mation program explore with c<strong>and</strong>idates <strong>the</strong>nature <strong>and</strong> extent <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> obligation <strong>of</strong> a deacon’s lifelong promise<strong>of</strong> obedience to <strong>the</strong> diocesan bishop <strong>and</strong> <strong>the</strong> implications <strong>of</strong> thispromise <strong>for</strong> his ministry <strong>and</strong> marriage? (nos. 30; 41-43)For <strong>the</strong> Family <strong>Life</strong> Perspective category please check <strong>the</strong> ratingwhich best describes your overall assessment.❐ A.❐ B.❐ C.Programs, plans, <strong>and</strong> activities are adequate or better thanadequate in this category.Additional development <strong>and</strong>/or revision is needed in<strong>the</strong> following components <strong>of</strong> this category.Indicate number(s) ____________This category will require significant restructuring <strong>and</strong>/or redesign.<strong>Ministry</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Life</strong> after Ordination<strong>Ministry</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Life</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Permanent</strong> Deacon1. Describe how ministry assignments are made. Describe <strong>the</strong>ministry agreements or covenants <strong>and</strong> how responsibilities aredelineated. What period <strong>of</strong> time do <strong>the</strong>y cover? (no. 42; 44; 93)2. Describe what structures are available to co-ordinate <strong>and</strong> providemutual support to deacons <strong>and</strong> wives, <strong>and</strong> to nourish <strong>and</strong>maintain community among deacons, (e.g. through <strong>the</strong> deaneries,regional, or diocesan diaconal communities, placement,etc.) (nos. 47; 54; 260; 286-291).3. Describe any diocesan policies regarding ecclesiastical garb <strong>and</strong>titles to be used by deacons. Describe how <strong>the</strong>se policies enhanceor restrict <strong>the</strong> deacon’s relationship with o<strong>the</strong>rs (nos. 88-89).4. How does diaconal life <strong>and</strong> ministry in <strong>the</strong> diocese integrate <strong>the</strong>three general areas <strong>of</strong> diaconal ministry: Word, sacrament, <strong>and</strong>charity? (nos. 31-40; 79-84)
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