... As the deaconate developed in the early Church, the deacon became the bishops assistant, responsible only to him and ordained by him alone. ... To find out more about responding to this possible call, please contact your pastor or the Diaconate Formation Program. The program staff is available to assist you with your questions and concerns about the requirements and procedures needed to enter the formation program. ... Most commonly, however, a man or woman enters a formation program after high school or college. The length of training varies depending upon when one enters a program, the extent of his or her background, and the specific traditions of a given community or diocese. ... Formal entrance into a seminary or community is often preceded by participation in an associate or affiliate program.
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