Fun fact: deacons wear a stole (across the body)
where as priests wear a stole that drapes around the neck.
where as priests wear a stole that drapes around the neck.
Q: What the heck is Ordination?
A: Thomas is being ordained into the Permanent Diaconate in the Diocese of Rochester. History and other info can be found here and here.
The program Thomas is graduating and being ordained from takes about 5 years, includes intense study, and involves the collaboration of many people.
Q: Wait, isn't Thomas married?
A: Yup! Deacons are members of clergy who are often married.
Q: Where are the parties (Plural!)?
A: Please see out Where where where? page. :)
Fun fact: St. Francis of Assisi was a deacon!
Q: Does this mean no more heavy metal, swearing, yoga, or tattoos?
A: Nope, nope, nope, nope! These things doesn't change or "go away". In fact, it might lead to MORE tattoos!
Q: Can Thomas preside over a wedding?
A: If it's a Catholic ceremony, yes, in most cases.
Q: Do deacon's wives need to also be members of the Catholic church?
A: Nope. Some are, some follow different faiths, so refrain from religion all together.
Q: Can I give a celebratory gift?
A: That is a wonderful question! Please see our charity page. We have put together a Charity Water campaign. This organization is truly amazing.
Fun fact! Thomas was presented with an award for his charity work!
The highest community honor, the Friends of Catholic Charities Award, recognizes an organization or individual who has helped CCS achieve its mission to build communities that care for all people by strengthening and enriching the quality of life for individuals, families and children; working to reduce poverty; and advocating for social justice. This year the honor went to Thomas Jack of Cameron Mills, NY. In 2013 Mr. Jack completed his St. Bernard’s School of Theology and Ministry’s pastoral formation placement with CCS. During that period he helped to schedule speakers with local churches in order to educate the faith community on the work of Catholic Charities. He became very involved with the Steuben County Bridges Out of Poverty Coalition, serving on their Getting Ahead work group, and he worked directly with Getting Ahead program graduates to help them obtain jobs, build resources, and make sure they had the necessary supports to move out of poverty. Very recently, he took over leadership of a local ministry called Joseph’s Hammer, which engages volunteers with construction and building experience in building ramps to make homes accessible for disabled elderly and lower income families. In presenting the award, CCS Executive Director Laura Opelt said, “Thomas is a very effective and compassionate volunteer. What he does and what he says comes from the heart. He lives his life as a ministry, using whatever gifts have been given him to serve God and the needs of other.”
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