Serving as a Deacon, A Day of Firsts

Serving as a Deacon, A Day of Firsts

Jun 13, 2016 | Deacons

Yesterday was a day of firsts. It was my first full day as a deacon, my first Sunday as a deacon, my first time proclaiming the Gospel, my first time giving a homily at Mass, my first day assisting at Mass as a deacon, and the first time a Mass was offered...
Ordination to the Holy Order of Deacons

Ordination to the Holy Order of Deacons

Jun 11, 2016 | Deacons, Ordination

Today myself and 22 brothers were ordained as Permanent Deacons for the Diocese of Knoxville by Bishop Richard Stika. In choir was Cardinal Justin Rigali and Abbot Cletus Meagher, O.S.B. from St. Bernard Abbey in Cullman, Al I will reflect more about the experience in...
Deacon Greg Kandra on the Diaconate

Deacon Greg Kandra on the Diaconate

May 8, 2016 | Deacons, Reflections and Homilies

Deacon Greg is one of my favorite bloggers, sharing daily his thoughts on news events and a wide variety of Catholic topics. Today he shares a story and a homily on the diaconate, well worth a read. Here’s an excerpt: As I approach the anniversary of my...