Catholic Word of the Day: TRANSITIONAL DIACONATE, 12-07-11

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TRANSITIONAL DIACONATE

The temporary state of men who intend to go on for the priesthood. Before their ordination as deacons they must indicate whether they wish to enter the permanent or the transitional diaconate. They must also decide whether to marry or remain celibate. Once they are ordained deacons, they cannot marry and continue in the Church's ministry.

All items in this dictionary are from Fr. John Hardon's Modern Catholic Dictionary, © Eternal Life. Used with permission.

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I believe our Archdiocese had nine transitional deacons last year -- that makes for nine ordinations this year!

Hooray!

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