The four year diaconate formation program requires men to attend college courses at Our Lady of the Elms College in Chicopee two nights a week, while holding down full-time jobs and caring for their families.ĭuring the Rite of Ordination, the bishop calls the candidates forward, and asks each to declare their intentions to be obedient to the bishop and his successors. Murray, South Hadley Daniel Prats, Chicopee Michael J. The new permanent deacons are: Lawrence F.
He encouraged the men to spend time in prayer, especially before the Blessed Sacrament because “ministry comes from prayer.” This is the first time I’ve been privileged to ordain men to the diaconate,” said Bishop Byrne. “This is a great joy today to celebrate, for the men and for me as well. Mass called the Rite of Ordination of Deacons. Michael’s Cathedral ready to serve as permanent deacons in the Diocese of Springfield. 25 by calling (413) 587-3502 and leaving a message on a confidential voicemail, providing first name and call-back number, or by email, subject line ‘You Matter.’ For more information, visit Additional information can be found in the article in – Accompanied by their wives, seven men processed into St. Stop It Now! encourages individuals wishing to participate to reach out through Jan. Stop It Now!, founded by an individual who was sexually abused, has nearly 30 years of experience of working with families and organizations to identify behaviors that pose risks, and educating the public around preventing sexual abuse. Stop It Now! has no affiliation with the Catholic Church or any other faith community.
The information will help inform the task force which is charged with providing recommendations to Bishop William Byrne on how to improve the response to sexual abuse allegations in the diocese. Stop It Now! will conduct confidential focus groups and surveys. The Independent Task Force on the Response to Sexual Abuse within the Diocese of Springfield announced a contract with Stop It Now!, an internationally recognized sexual abuse prevention organization, to independently create a safe forum for those who have experienced sexual abuse within the Catholic Church to share their experiences and insights.
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