An interesting read, especially in comparison with the Anglican understanding of the distinctive diaconate (not 'permanent', because deacons can become priests in Anglicanism. It can't be changed to priesthood in Roman Catholicism, because the permanent deacons are usually married men whereas the priesthood is single and celibate). (image: https://www.southworld.net/south-africa-the-appointment-of-ten-new-permanent-deacons/) A Short History of the Permanent … Continue reading SHORT HISTORY OF THE PERMANENT (ROMAN CATHOLIC) DIACONATE
CofE Network of Distinctive Deacons 