Holy Orders

A vocation to the diaconate or priesthood is a special calling from God to individuals to serve the church by sharing their gifts through ordained ministry.

PRIESTHOOD
To find out more about the vocation to the priesthood, including the following topics, click Here.

What is the Priesthood?
About the Priesthood
Considering the Priesthood
Vocation Support

PERMANENT DEACON
Information about the permanent diaconate can be found at the Diocese of Cleveland Office for the Diaconate.

General Information about the Diaconate
Who is a Deacon?
The Role of Deacons
History of the Permanent Diaconate
Requirements
Formation