National Directory for the Formation, Ministry and Life of Permanent ...

216 Visit of Consultation Teams5. Describe the types of ministries deacons are involved in. Arethese ministries consistent with the service/charity ministry ofthe deacon? (no. 48)6. Describe how deacons are involved in collaborative ministryand are enablers of others in ministry (nos. 50; 55-56).7. Is there a diocesan council or assembly of deacons? How aremembers chosen? Are wives represented? What are the responsibilitiesof this body? To whom are they accountable? (nos.290-291)8. How are deacons and wives involved in coordinating and planningfor diocesan diaconate ministry and formation? (no. 281;285; 289)9. How are deacons considered and appointed to diocesan boards,committees and councils for planning and dialogue? (no. 49)10. What policies exist concerning remuneration and benefits fordeacons engaged in part-time and full-time ministry? (nos. 94-95)11. Do deacons receive appropriate remuneration for the expensesincurred in the exercise of their ministry? (no. 96)12. Describe how deacons are involved in the ministries of wordand sacrament (nos. 79-83).13. How does the diaconate community reflect the cultural realityand diversity of the local church? (nos. 161-164)14. Describe what opportunities are provided for deacons to deepenand nurture their spirituality (nos. 62-64).15. What provisions are there for integrating the ethnic, racial, cultural,and geographic communities with the mainstream of thediaconal community? (nos. 144-145)