- The Diocese
- Beliefs and Practices
- Christian Life
- News and Publications
- For Clergy
- For Parishes
+++
These guidelines outline the ministry of deacons in the Episcopal Diocese of New York. They pertain to deacons, not "transitional deacons." A more detailed treatment of the same subject can be found in a paper prepared by the diocesan Liturgical Commission, titled The Deacon in the Liturgy. Click on the links below. Links in the pages will lead you through from one section to the next.
The Ordination of a Deacon & Annual Renewal of Ordination Vows
The Relationship of the Deacon to the Bishop and the Diocese
The Relationship of the Deacon to a Parochial Congregation
The Deacon Speaking to the Church
The Deacon and the Reserved Sacrament
Other Liturgies and Pastoral Offices
The Deacon and Christian Initiation
Liturgical Attire of the Deacons
See Also: