Informational and inspirational. Those two words are apt descriptions of the keynote presentations by Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers at the Diocese of Brooklyn Convocation for Permanent Deacons on Oct. 11
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Mariner‑Turned‑Deacon Swaps High Seas for Higher Calling in the Diocese of Brooklyn
Matthew Bonvento spent nearly a decade sailing the world as a merchant mariner. Now he’s a deacon in the Diocese of Brooklyn.
Ministry of Acolyte Moves 11 Closer to Diaconate
Eleven men took a major step toward becoming permanent deacons in the Diocese of Brooklyn, installed as acolytes during a moving Mass at St. Nicholas of Tolentine Church—marking years of faith, sacrifice, and commitment to serve.
Former NBA Referee Makes Spiritual Call to be Permanent Deacon
If 30 years ago anyone told Steve Javie he would become a permanent deacon, he probably would have said, “No way.”