101 Questions and Answers On Deacons

Author: William T. Ditewig

Media Type: Book

Topics: Deacons, Parish Life

This easy-to-read book provides a wealth of basic information about the diaconate today. To buy this book, click on the book or title. Next-day delivery available on many items.

Empowerment for Ministry: A Complete Manual on Diocesan Faculties for Priests, Deacons, and Lay Ministers

Author: John M. Huels

Media Type: Book

Topics: Church, Church Law (Canon Law), Deacons, Lay Ecclesial Ministry, Parish Life, Priests

A comprehensive resource for those in ministry (lay and ordained) explaining the law behind roles, responsibilities and authority to minister in the name of the Church. To buy this book, click on the book or title. Next-day delivery available on many items.

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

Author: US Conference of Catholic Bishops USCCB

Media Type: Book

Topics: Deacons

A foundational book, this directory serves as an important reference in understanding the diaconate in the US. It also provides valuable information for the formation of deacons, as well as information on the evaluation of diaconate formation programs. To buy this book, click on the book or title. Next-day delivery available on many items.

Official Catholic Directory

Author: Publisher PJ Kenedy & Sons

Media Type: Magazines

Topics: Church, Deacons, Facts and Figures, Parish Life, Priests

A very detailed listing of every Catholic diocese, parish, school, retreat center, religious institution and priest in the US. This large book, printed annually, comes with a CD and is a great resource. Subscription is for one year (one book & CD along with updates.) To buy this book, click on the book or title. Next-day delivery available on many items.

http://www.usccb.org/liturgy/girm/lit2.shtml

Author: USCCB website US Bishops

Media Type: Articles

Topics: Deacons

This short article describes the deacon's role at Mass. The article is clearly written and includes many references for additional information. It is based on the GIRM - the General Instruction of the Roman Missal. The article can be viewed immediately for free by clicking on the underlined title.

The Diaconate

Author: William T. and Michael G. Lawler, Sharon McMillan, and Joyce Ann Zimmerman Ditewig

Media Type: Book

Topics: Deacons, Parish Life

A collection of essays explaining the diaconate -- its history, practice and theological foundation. To buy this book, click on the book or title. Next-day delivery available on many items.

Theology of the Diaconate: The State of the Question

Author: Owen F, William T. Ditewig and Richard S. Gaillardetz Cummings

Media Type: Book

Topics: Deacons, Parish Life

Based on three key presentations at a national conference on the diaconate, this book gives insight into the present reality of deacons and the theology behind the diaconate. To buy this book, click on the book or title. Next-day delivery available on many items.

Today's Deacon: Contemporary Issues And Cross-Currents

Author: Archbishop Alfred C. Hughes, Bishop Frederick F. Campbell and Deacon William T. Ditewig

Media Type: Book

Topics: Deacons, Justice, Written by a Bishop

This book looks at relevant issues in the life and ministry of deacons from the perspective of a deacon, a bishop and an archbishop. Emphasis is given to the theology of restorative justice adn the impact of the New National Directory for the Life of Permanent Deacons. To buy this book, click on the book or title. Next-day delivery available on many items.