Are you called to be a deacon?

The process of discernment for the Diaconate begins long before any formal contact with the program at Ministry Formation Institute. Those considering the Diaconate first should reflect on their qualities and qualifications, and decide whether they are suited to serve.

We recommend to those exploring the diaconate:

• Make discernment of diaconate part of your daily prayer.
• Discuss this with your spouse and/or significant people in your life.
• Discuss this with your pastor and parish staff.
• Make contact with a deacon or deacon couple to hear their story and share yours.
• Read about the theology of diaconate, ministry and life of deacons.
• Use the admissions criteria as a guideline for your discernment only after you have spoken with the program director or coordinator.

How to begin a formal inquiry

Contact:
Deacon John Ebel
ebelj@archmil.org
Director, Ministry Formation Institute
John Paul II Center, Archdiocese of Milwaukee
1501 S Layton Blvd (27th St)
Milwaukee, WI 53215
414-758-2212