Formation
Pre-Ordination
The St. Francis School of Theology for Deacons, a division of the St. John Vianney Theological Seminary for the Archdiocese of Denver, exists to form men to serve as deacons who are holy men, articulate in teaching and preaching the faith, and who function proficiently in liturgy.
Post-Ordination
Based on the National Directory for the formation, Ministry and Life of a Permanent Deacon in the United States, First Three years of Ordination is called Post Ordination Formation, followed by two years of supervised Ministry. Formation during the immediate three years following ordination, continues with a deepening of the four dimensions of formation (Human, Spiritual, Pastoral and Intellectual) of the man in the diaconal ministry to which he is now ordained. There are nine scheduled Saturdays of formation per year which the newly ordained man is required to attend. He may also be asked to assist, lead and/or serve in various archdiocesan events. He may also be asked to attend training sessions leading to specialized work, as an Advocate for those seeking annulments. In reality, formation never ends. Over time, the deacon constantly discovers how the Holy Spirit is continually moving and shaping him into the Servanthood of Christ.
I'm a Deacon
Each Deacon has been called to a unique ministry, in a unique way. These videos, starting with our Jubilee Year Celebration, highlight the amazing stories behind each man's unique call and ministry within our Archdiocese.
First Ordination of Permanent Deacons
Diaconate History
