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Diaconate Retreat

The document outlines a four-day retreat program for candidates preparing for the Transitional Diaconate Ordination, centered on the theme 'Called to Serve: Deepening Our Commitment to Christ and His Church.' Each day includes prayer, conferences on various aspects of the diaconate, Holy Mass, and opportunities for personal reflection and spiritual growth. The program aims to equip candidates with the necessary spiritual and pastoral insights for their future ministry.

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Diaconate Retreat

The document outlines a four-day retreat program for candidates preparing for the Transitional Diaconate Ordination, centered on the theme 'Called to Serve: Deepening Our Commitment to Christ and His Church.' Each day includes prayer, conferences on various aspects of the diaconate, Holy Mass, and opportunities for personal reflection and spiritual growth. The program aims to equip candidates with the necessary spiritual and pastoral insights for their future ministry.

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Four-Day Retreat Program for Candidates for the Transitional Diaconate Ordination

Theme: "Called to Serve: Deepening Our Commitment to Christ and His Church"

Day 1: Embracing the Call

 Morning Prayer & Meditation: Reflection on Isaiah 6:8 ("Here I am, send me!")
 Conference 1: The Dignity and Mission of the Diaconate (Scriptural and Ecclesial
Foundations)
 Holy Mass: Theme - Responding to God's Call
 Personal Reflection & Silence
 Conference 2: The Evangelical Counsels: Poverty, Chastity, and Obedience in Diaconal
Life
 Eucharistic Adoration & Examination of Conscience
 Evening Prayer: Night of Silence & Reflection

Day 2: Growing in Spiritual Maturity

 Morning Prayer & Lectio Divina: Philippians 2:5-11 ("Have this mind among you
which was in Christ Jesus")
 Conference 3: The Spirituality of the Deacon: A Life of Prayer and Service
 Holy Mass: Theme - Conforming to Christ the Servant
 Spiritual Direction & Confessions
 Conference 4: The Liturgical Role of the Deacon in the Church
 Stations of the Cross & Reflection on the Passion of Christ
 Evening Prayer & Marian Devotion

Day 3: The Deacon as Minister of Charity

 Morning Prayer & Rosary: Meditation on the Joyful Mysteries (Mary as Model of
Service)
 Conference 5: The Deacon as Minister of Charity: Diakonia in Action
 Holy Mass: Theme - The Deacon as an Icon of Christ the Servant
 Pastoral Reflection & Group Sharing
 Conference 6: The Role of the Deacon in Evangelization and Catechesis
 Holy Hour & Benediction
 Evening Prayer & Night of Recollection

Day 4: Strengthened for Mission

 Morning Prayer & Reflection: 2 Timothy 4:1-5 ("Preach the word, be ready in season
and out of season")
 Conference 7: The Deacon’s Commitment to Lifelong Holiness and Pastoral Charity
 Holy Mass: Theme - Sent Forth to Serve
 Final Spiritual Conference & Closing Exhortation
 Rite of Renewal of Commitment to Service
 Closing Benediction & Departure

This program integrates prayer, silence, scriptural meditation, and pastoral reflections to prepare
candidates for the sacred responsibility of the diaconate. Let me know if you’d like any
modifications!

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