This is in keeping with the ancient tradition of the Church, in which married men were ordained into ministry. DIOCESAN CYCLE: St. Andrews, Carbondale, The Rev. Reverend Scott Miller, in addition to his current assignment of Parochial Vicar at St. Michael Parish, Sioux Falls to Chaplain of OGorman Junior High School. Now all of us are called to service and in this sense the deacon (also bishops and priests) do nothing unusual. Picard, who was ordained to the permanent diaconate in 2017, will oversee candidates preparing for ordination as deacons in the diocese that covers the four counties of Western Massachusetts and currently has 73 active Roman Catholic deacons. ANGLICAN CYCLE: Quebec The Anglican Church of Canada, Province (Canada). He is currently at St Johns Seminary in Brighton, Mass. Reverend Timothy Smith from Pastor at Holy Cross Parish, Ipswich, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, Leola, and St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, Roscoe to Graduate Studies in Canon Law through St. Paul University, Ottawa. Coughlin, who was ordained a deacon in 2001 and served at St. Michaels Cathedral, said in a 2017 interview that he helped facilitate the ordination of about 11 deacons every 24 months in recent years, and that many give between 12 to 15 hours or more of weekly service. The Most Reverend William D. Byrne, Bishop of Springfield, ordained the Fifteenth class of Deacons in the Diocese of Springfield on Saturday, May 22, 2021 at St. Michaels Cathedral. He is ordained but there are differences in lifestyle when compared to other ordained persons. churchpublishing.org. PDF Download Version: Diocesan Cycle of Prayer Jan-Mar 2023 final (1), ANGLICAN CYCLE: La Iglesia Anglicana de Mexico. ANGLICAN CYCLE: Rockhampton The Anglican Church of Australia, Province (Queensland). To maintain social distancing, the cathedral will be at about 25% capacity for the ordination Mass, said Andrew Hansen, a spokesman for the diocese. This is a special period of discernment for him and an opportunity to learn more, with other aspirants, about the vocation to be an ordained deacon. ANGLICAN CYCLE: Oregon The Episcopal Church, Province (VIII (8)). DIOCESAN CYCLE: Almighty God, make us gentle and courteous in word and deed. While not allowed to celebrate the Eucharist or hear confessions, sacraments reserved to the role of ordained priests, permanent deacons can preach, baptize, witness marriages and conduct wake and funeral services. Terms & Conditions of Use | ANGLICAN CYCLE: Osun The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), Province (Ibadan). The aspiring candidates for ordination as a deacon must discuss his intentions with his wife and family. Sever, Rector; Goweko Parish, Tabora, Tanzania; The Cathedral of the Good Shepherd, Lima, Peru; Birthday of The Rev. DIOCESAN CYCLE: Lord Jesus Christ, you are the Way, the Truth and the Life. Yes. Picard succeeds Deacon Leo Coughlin, who retired from the paid, part-time position earlier this month after 18 years as diaconate director. Vernon, Anniversary of the Consecration of church building, 1969. Deacons are ordained as a sacramental sign to the Church and to the world of Christ, who came "to serve and not to be served." ANGLICAN CYCLE: Puerto Rico The Episcopal Church, Province (II (2)). Wednesday, January 25 The Conversion of St. Paul, Apostle, ANGLICAN CYCLE: Panyana The Province of the Episcopal Church of South Sudan, Province. It also offers details about institutions, schools, and groups affiliated with the Episcopal Church. The Second Vatican Council (1962 - 1965), however, authorized the restoration of the diaconate as a PERMANENT order of ministry. DIOCESAN CYCLE: Wedding anniversary of The Rev. After his ordination, the deacon will be assigned to a parish or institution where he will perform the ministry assigned by the bishop. Reverend Kristopher Cowles from Priest Director of St. Thomas More Newman Center to Pastor, Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, Sioux Falls and Vicar for Hispanic Ministry. ANGLICAN CYCLE: Paran (Curitiba) Igreja Episcopal Anglicana do Brasil, Province (2). The mission once ordained is to go out into the parish and serve the people of God as a priest, but being able to celebrate the sacraments specifically the celebration of the Mass, to truly bring Christ to the people is an incredible gift not only for the people but for the priest, said Father David Darcy, the co-vocations director for the Springfield Diocese. Our diocesan website offers you news and information, the ability to review and register for many diocesan events, and resources to help you navigate our Catholic faith and learn about the ministries our diocese offers. That's when they will be ordained priests at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Springfield by Bishop Thomas John Paprocki, making them the largest class of new priests in the diocese since 1964. Six men, including one from Springfield, will be ordained Friday, while one seminarian will be ordained a transitional deacon, the last stop on the way to the priesthood. DIOCESAN CYCLE: Birthday of Debbie, wife of The Rev. And, of course, a lot of credit goes to our priests. Christopher L. Ashmore, Jacksonville, IL. Father Michael Wood, co-director of vocations for the Diocese of Springfield, agreed that, in spite of the delay, the 2020 priesthood ordinations will be a time of rejoicing. In the third place are his duties as deacon. DIOCESAN CYCLE: Birthday of Nada, wife of The Rev. ANGLICAN CYCLE: Northern Philippines, Philippines. ANGLICAN CYCLE: Orlu The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), Province (The Epiphany Owerri). DIOCESAN CYCLE: Lord Jesus Christ, teach us to walk in your way more trustfully. Richard I. Lewis, Priest-in-Charge; Keza Mission, Burundian Refugee Settlement, Tanzania; The Mission of St. Mary The Virgin, Villa Maria del Triunfo & supported missions, Lima, Peru; St. Marks, West Frankfort, Anniversary of the Consecration of church building, 1939. 1615 West Washington St. Sean D. Ferrell, Champaign, IL. The total of eight new priests is the largest ordination class since 1964. DIOCESAN CYCLE: O Lord, make us have perpetual love and reverence for your Holy Name. Reverend John Rutten from Pastor at St. John Paul II Parish, Harrisburg to Priest Director at St. Thomas More Newman Center at the University of South Dakota. DIOCESAN CYCLE: Birthday of Kaysha, wife of The Rev. A report issued at that time had been critical of Connelly in its investigation into how the diocese had handled sexual abuse allegations against the late Bishop Christopher Weldon. All rights reserved. Products & Services Disclaimer. They have been preparing for this moment for years and now need to delay it a few more months, said Father Wood. Among the new priests will be 63-year-old David Beagles, who worked for several state agencies, including the Department of Commerce and Community Affairs, and is a cathedral parishioner. There are many diverse ministries within the Church. Ministry to the physically, mentally and emotionally handicapped, And many other important ministries already existing such as inner-city ministries and other Church-related offices and agencies. ANGLICAN CYCLE: Otukpo The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), Province (Abuja). Im hoping to share with the people of God and the people of Springfield this gift of the priesthood God has given to me, to help bring the people to him, to help spread his joy, his Gospel, his love, to let them know he is always with us to the end of time, said Father Achu who will be the parochial vicar at Holy Name Parish in Springfield. DIOCESAN CYCLE: Abba Father, may your continual blessings guide the laity, priests and bishops in the Diocese of Springfield. They can be married or unmarried, but cannot marry after they are ordained. In Daves case, he has a strong work ethic and his health is good. The Class of 2027 began their formation journey Fall of 2022. to restore the fullness of orders as it was in the early Church (Acts 6:1-6; 1Timothy 3:8-13; Philippians 1:1) not as an archeological antique but as a rediscovered treasury of grace; To strengthen, with the help of the Sacrament of Orders, people who were already doing diaconal ministry; To confirm their ministry by making it more official and recognizable; To witness to the Churchs concern for the needy by making that ministry of service more official and visible. The print editions contain more biographical information than what we can make available on ECDPlus.org. It should be understood by all to whom the deacon renders service that his family obligations always come first. Springfield, Illinois 62702-4757 Phone: 217-698-8500 E-mail: [email protected] About the Diaconate The Formation and Ministry of Permanent DeaconsExpand The Permanent Diaconate in the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois A deacon serves the Church in the name of Jesus Christ as an ordained minister. CATHOLIC COMMUNICATIONS CORP., 65 ELLIOT ST., P.O. The ministry has become an increasingly important one in dioceses where vocations to the priesthood have greatly declined as well controversial in terms of what deacons may do and that ordination to the ministry remains open only to men when it is believed deacons in the early Church were both men and women. The Second Vatican Council restored the permanent diaconate to an active ministry as an option for bishops with a need for this vocation that is regarded as one of ordained service to them. However, August 15 will be a special day to be ordained, under the care and protection of Our Lady of the Assumption, said Father Wood. DIOCESAN CYCLE: Birthday of Sandy Moore, wife of The Rev. Remember the deacon is the visible and official reminder of what we all are called to do: serve. The ministry of the liturgy includes assisting the priest at Mass and other liturgies, proclaiming the gospel and preaching the homily, baptizing, assisting at marriages, exposing the Blessed Sacrament and bestowing the benediction, administering sacramentals, bringing Viaticum to the dying, and presiding over funerals and burials. But we can perform weddings, do baptisms and serve at funerals.. He may, however, be employed by the Church (e.g., as a parish life coordinator, pastoral associate, etc.). ANGLICAN CYCLE: Owerri The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), Province (Owerri). ANGLICAN CYCLE: Panama Iglesia Anglicana de la Region Central de America. In Jesus' name we give thanks and praise. William D. Byrne, bishop . Deacon Matthew Barone is from Chicopee and attended the former St. Patrick Elementary and Holyoke Catholic High schools and Our Lady of the Elms College. Like Beagles, Michael Berndt, another of the new priests, worked in the secular world for a number of years after graduating from Quincy University. The four-year program involves twice-weekly evening classes at the College of Our Lady of the Elms in Chicopee, and prepares candidates for ordination to assist priests in both liturgical as well as administrative duties and serve where assigned as deacons by the diocesan bishop. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. Mary Christine Mollie Ward, Bloomington, IL. He is completing his fourth year of theology at Holy Apostles College and Seminary in Cromwell, Conn. Deacon Stanislaus Achu attended St. Joseph Major Seminary in Ikot Epkene, AI, Nigeria; Providence College, Providence, R.I.; and is currently at St. Johns Seminary, in Brighton. Reverend David Krogman, granted his request to retire from his assignment as Chaplain, Avera McKennan Hospital & University Medical Center. No! The deacon provides leadership in service and highlights the essential role of servant to which we are called. J. DIOCESAN CYCLE: St. Georges, Belleville, The Rev. Sunday, January 8 First Sunday after the Epiphany and The Baptism of Our Lord, ANGLICAN CYCLE: The Church of the Province of Myanmar (Burma). We sometimes forget that the role of the Church is to be servant. I am grateful that Father Piotr has agreed to serve in this capacity because I know he loves being a pastor, Byrne said. DIOCESAN CYCLE: Ordination to the Diaconate, J. Is a deacon expected to take time off fromhis careerto perform his ministries? DIOCESAN CYCLE: Ordination to the G. Timothy Leighton, Bloomington; Birthday of The Rev. No! The entire Church is called by Christ to serve, and the deacon, in virtue of his sacramental ordination and through his various ministries, is to be a servant in a servant-Church. DIOCESAN CYCLE: Birthday of the Rev. WHEREAS, The Rev. Figures from the diocese show there are 104 active or retired diocesan priests, along with 33 priests who are members of religious orders. After much prayer and consultation, I am appointing Father Piotr Calik as vicar general and moderator of the curia for the Diocese of Springfield, said Byrne in an announcement on the dioceses Catholic Communications website. Marisa Crofts, Curate, The Rev. DIOCESAN CYCLE: Lord, help us and your whole church to walk as children of the light. Published by Diocese of Springfield in Illinois Office for Communications Catholic Pastoral Center 1615 West Washington Street Springfield, Illinois 62702-4757 (217) 698-8500. Archbishop-designate Mitchell T. Rozanski, apostolic administrator of the Springfield Diocese, will ordain the men during an 11 a.m. Mass. Reverend Jim Friedrich, in addition to his current assignment as Pastor of Assumption Parish, Dante and St. John the Baptist Parish, Wagner, to Pastor of St. Paul Parish, Marty. Diocese of Springfield in Illinois - Roman Catholic Diocese About Directories Media Offices Catholic FAQs Contact Us Give Now For more information and to register I want to learn more about POPULAR TOPICS Quincy's Venerable Father Augustine Tolton Learn More About Father Tolton Report A Miracle Latest Videos Deacon Michael Goodreau grew up in Wilbraham where he graduated from Minnechaug Regional High School. Father Achu also grew up in Nigeria. The deacon is required to pursue structured continuing formation opportunities. DIOCESAN CYCLE: Lord, set us free from the bondage of our sins. Mailing Address My hope is to continue in my joy that our Lord Jesus Christ received the gift of sonship from the father and today he has shared that gift of being son with him through the priesthood. People should be at ease with the deacon. Springfield, IL 62702, 1997 - 2023 Diocese of Springfield in Illinois. Father Trinh was born in Vietnam and spent 17 years in a refugee camp in the Philippines. During the first two year, the person is known as an aspirant. In fact, the Diocese requires that the spouse give her consent before the candidate will be accepted. Sever, Alton, IL. Do the demands of the Diaconate put a strain on the marriage of the deacon? The ministry of the word includes preaching, presiding at liturgies of the word, providing catechetical instruction, and being involved in the various teaching works of the Church. ANGLICAN CYCLE: Osun North East The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), Province (Ibadan). Fridays invitation-only ceremony at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception comes as Springfield Bishop Thomas John Paprocki prepares to mark the 10th anniversary of his installation on Monday. National Directory for the Formation, Ministry, and Life ofPermanent Deacons in the United States, The Official Handbook of the Permanent Diaconate for the Diocese of Springfield, Ministry to the sick and aged, to the widowed and divorced, Religious Education, SacramentalPreparation, Liturgical Celebration (Baptisms, Marriages, Funeral Services, Communion Services, Preaching, Presiding at Prayer Services). However, this assignment may be changed at the request of the deacon or the initiative of the bishop. ANGLICAN CYCLE: Pretoria The Anglican Church of Southern Africa. ANGLICAN CYCLE: Ottawa The Anglican Church of Canada, Province (Ontario). He works with the aged and poor, the sick and suffering, the imprisoned and the burdened, the lowly and the needy, the elderly and all in special need of Christ's presence. Mark W. Ohlemeier, Priest-in-Charge, The Rev. He may also officiate at Benediction, administer sacraments, baptize solemnly, bless marriages and preside at wakes, funerals and burials. Dant Anglin, Havana, IL. D.Coggan. He is not paid for his ministry. ANGLICAN CYCLE: Recife Igreja Episcopal Anglicana do Brasil, Province (3). Many needs for service are met by dedicated laymen and laywomen. With this group, Paprocki will have ordained 30 men to the priesthood in his decade here, Alford said. Those numbers, Alford said, will keep the diocese at a good pace as far as a supply of priests, considering inevitable retirements. Amen. Vatican II decided to restore the Diaconate to a permanent status for many reasons: Charitable service is the main area of the deacons ministry. DIOCESAN CYCLE: Almighty God, help us to not worry about tomorrow, and to realize that you are already there! Last year, five men were ordained priests for the diocese. Does the deacon wear special clothing and how are we to address him? DIOCESAN CYCLE: Lord God, we ask for knowledge, but even more for imagination. His formation focuses on immediate preparation to become a deacon. Paprocki ordained two men from Poland to the priesthood on May 2. Following the homily, the ordination rite began with the calling of the candidates. David Beagles of Springfield, first assignment: St. Francis Solanus, Quincy; Michael Berndt of Quincy, first assignment: Christ the King, Springfield; Peter Chineke of Springfield (grew up in Nigeria), first assignment: Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Springfield; Piotr Kosk of Mount Zion (grew up in Poland), first assignment: St. Paul, Highland; Pawel Luczak of Quincy (grew up in Poland), first assignment: St. Peter, Quincy; Michael Meinhart of Teutopolis, first assignment: St. Boniface, Edwardsville; Michael Trummer of Neoga, first assignment: Our Lady of Lourdes and St. Thomas the Apostle, Decatur; Dominic Vahling of Teutopolis, first assignment: Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Springfield. As a rule of thumb, a deacons priorities should be: first family; second job; third diaconate. All Christians are called to charity but the deacon is officially sent or commissioned by the Church to bring Christ and His Good News to those in need. James K. Muriuki, Cape Girardeau, MO. By using this site, you are agreeing to our Notice and Terms of Use. BOX 1730 SPRINGFIELD, MA 01102-1730, Copyright 2020 Catholic Communications Corporation. Deacon Sinh Hong Trinh was born in Vietnam and spent 17 years in a refugee camp in the Philippines. The Diaconate provides new demands and opportunities for service to the People of God. The ministry of deacon must not infringe on the role of the laity. Care of children is a sacred obligation that should not be neglected as someone pursues the possibility of ordination to the Diaconate since ordination does not diminish ones obligation to the vocation of marriage. ANGLICAN CYCLE: The Scottish Episcopal Church, DIOCESAN CYCLE: Emmanuel Memorial, Champaign, The Rev. Formation programs for permanent deacons in diocese must adhere to certain guidelines and directives. DIOCESAN CYCLE: Birthday of Carol, wife of The Rev. Mark Klamer, Clayton, MO. They may be married but are generally not allowed to remarry if their wife dies after they are ordained. While the diaconate existed throughout the history of the Church, gradually most deacons were on their way to the priesthood. The ministry of Deacon is found in the New Testament. The Episcopal Church Annual includes a comprehensive directory of provinces, dioceses, and churches, In addition, families with young children at home may require more in-depth discernment and review by both the applicant and the Board. Its also the dioceses largest group of new priests in 5 1/2 decades. ANGLICAN CYCLE: East Ruwenzori The Church of the Province of Uganda, Episcopal Diocese of Springfield Wednesday, January 18 Confession of St. Peter, Apostle, ANGLICAN CYCLE: Oxford The Church of England, Province (Canterbury). In Jesus name we give thanks and praise. Married men seeking to enter the diaconate must have the full cooperation and encouragement from their spouses. Even his job takes priority over his ministry because this is the means of his livelihood. I am hoping to work with the people as much as possible, said Father Goodreau, who will be the parochial vicar of St. Joseph Parish in Pittsfield. The Rev. ANGLICAN CYCLE: Patna The (united) Church of North India. 2023 www.sj-r.com. Twenty-three seminarians are preparing for the priesthood, a process that takes an average of six years, Alford said. Apart from liturgy, however, there is no official garb. In Acts 6:1-6, apostles, who were wise men full of the Holy Spirit,laid their hands on deacons, to assist them in caring for the needs of people. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. He also preaches the Word by working in adult education, religious education programs, sacramental preparation, etc. More Local News to Love Start today for 50% off Expires 3/6/23, Anne-Gerard Flynn | Special to The Republican, Vicar general of Springfield diocese wont accept reappointment, says he was unfairly portrayed in Weldon report, Springfield Diocese installs Bishop William Byrne with ancient ritual tailored to follow pandemic rules, Springfield Diocese hires neutral agency to gather input from sex abuse victims to improve accountability, prevention. Springfield Catholic Diocese to ordain most priests since 1964 Steven Spearie [email protected] 0:00 0:57 Friday's ordination class from the Springfield Catholic Diocese contains men of. CLERGY WHO HAVE DIED. ANGLICAN CYCLE: Rift Valley The Anglican Church of Tanzania. RESOLVED, That this One Hundred Forty Fifth Synod of the Diocese of Springfield rise in silence and remember this servant who has joined the Church Triumphant with prayer. Box 1730 Springfield, MA 01102-1730 Tel: 413-452-0674 Tel: 413-452-0676 "Out of love, place yourselves at one another's service" (Gal. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). There is no difference in the sacramental sign or the functions between these so-called "transitional" and "permanent deacons.". Is a Deacon ordained for the Parish or the Diocese? The ordinations were postponed from May 23 because of state health guidelines designed to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus. SPRINGFIELD Deacon David Picard, a retired Agawam business owner, has been named director of the Springfield Diocese's Office of the Diaconate by the Most Rev. DIOCESAN CYCLE: Chapel of St. John the Divine, Champaign, The Rev. Canon Mark E. Evans, Lincoln, IL. It also offers details about institutions, Youre always hoping for more, Alford said. BOX 1730 SPRINGFIELD, MA 01102-1730, Copyright 2020 Catholic Communications Corporation. In the meantime, please pray for these men as they pray for you, the people of the diocesan community.. DIOCESAN CYCLE: Almighty God, we ask for power, but even more for grace. ANGLICAN CYCLE: Ruwenzori The Church of the Province of Uganda. Aspirants and candidates can expect to spend 7-10 hours a week pursuing academics between the formation weekends. Cant find what you are looking for? That order today is being adapted to meet the contemporary needs of the Church. Wives have the option to attend most of the classes with their husbands but it is not mandatory or expected. "In the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois, particular law does not require express permission for a deacon to exercise this faculty of preaching. To be the minister of exposition and benediction of the Blessed Sacrament; To be of help to the pastor and the priests of the parish in their assigned duties. DIOCESAN CYCLE: Grant, O Lord, that from the written word, and by our spoken word, men and women may catch a vision of the Incarnate Word, through the power of the Holy Spirit. Reverend John Helmueller from Pastor at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, Sioux Falls to Parochial Administrator at St. Mark Parish, Lake Andes and St. Paul the Apostle Parish, Armour. This pagelladoes not grant that delegation in a general way. Third, while the deacon does not celebrate the Eucharist as do the bishop or priest, he assists at the Eucharist. DIOCESAN CYCLE: The Church of the Holy Trinity, Danville, The Very Rev. First Fruits Firstfruits - Women Growing in Faith, provides formation for men, single and married, interested in serving as permanent deacons in the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois, raises consciousness among the faithful about the mission and ministry of the deacons as icons of Jesus the Servant in the Church; and. For many years ordained ministers "ascended" from one office to another, culminating in ordination to the presbyterate, or priesthood. His Holiness Pope Francis Born: December 17, 1936 Priesthood Ordination: December 13, 1969 Episcopal Ordination: May 27, 1992 Elected the 266th Bishop of Rome: March 13 . The Rev. It is provided by clergy members and Episcopal institutions for The Most Reverend Donald E. DeGrood has decreed the following appointments effective July 1, 2022: Those who will be continuing ministry as Senior Priests: Reverend Charles L. Cimpl, granted his request to retire from his assignment as Pastor, Holy Spirit, Sioux Falls. Shawn W. and Mary Ann Denney, Springfield, IL. DIOCESAN CYCLE: Heavenly Father, may we rediscover those deep things on which our life depends. It is not a fulltime position in the Springfield Diocese and is unpaid. Father Goodreau grew up in Wilbraham where he graduated from Minnechaug Regional High School. Reverend Anthony Klein from Chaplain at OGorman Junior High School and Parochial Vicar at Holy Spirit Parish, Sioux Falls to Vocations Advocate for the Diocesan Vocations Office, Chaplain at OGorman High School, and Sacramental Minister at the Cathedral of St. Joseph. SPRINGFIELD - While the COVID-19 pandemic led to the cancellation of their original ordination date in early June, five men are slated to be ordained on Aug. 15 in St. Michael's Cathedral. How do I find out more about becoming a Deacon? ANGLICAN CYCLE: Perth The Anglican Church of Australia, Province (Western Australia), ANGLICAN CYCLE: Peru The Anglican Church of South America. DIOCESAN CYCLE: God, fill us with your grace, for the sake of your anointed Son. Those who will be serving in new pastoral and specialized/chaplaincy ministry assignments: Reverend Timothy Cone from Parochial Vicar of St. Mary and Sacred Heart Parishes and St. Thomas Aquinas Newman Center, Aberdeen to Parochial Administrator of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, Leola, Holy Cross Parish, Ipswich, and St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, Roscoe. NEW! For more information, please contact our office. The Permanent Diaconate in the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois ANGLICAN CYCLE: Southern Philippines, Philippines. The general rule is no special garb or titles. Joel J. and Barbara Morsch, Maryville, TN. Reverend James Mason from President-Rector at Kenrick-Glennon Seminary to Pastor at Holy Spirit Parish, Sioux Falls, Co-Pastor at St. Lambert Parish, Sioux Falls, and Vicar for Clergy. DIOCESAN CYCLE: Birthday of The Rev. Calik, who was ordained to the priesthood in 2013 by Bishop Emeritus Timothy McDonnell, called his appointment in the announcement a very humbling experience and compared it to parish work but in bigger area.. All ordained ministers in the Church are called to functions of Word, Sacrament, and Charity, but bishops, presbyters and deacons exercise these functions in various ways. We sometimes forget that the role of the Church is to be servant. The permanent deacon is not a priest, a substitute for a priest or preparing to be ordained a priest. The deacon is usually expected to support himself and his family from his secular occupation.