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Ordination of the 3rd Class of Deacons October 23, 2005
Deacon Lydia Hopkins, Deacon Lucy Plettinger, Deacon Linda Armstrong, Deacon Dick Almos, Bishop Charles E. Jenkins, Deacon Milton Gibson, Deacon John Holbert, Deacon Quin Bates, Deacon Phillip Wild.
Ordained to the mission of the church erving under the bishop erving all people
OUR MISSION
We accept with joy our mission to spread the good news of Jesus Christ through ministries of love and justice, the word of God, and liturgy. Under the leadership of our bishop, and working alongside priests and other baptized persons, we offer ourselves in service in our congregations, work places, neighborhoods, and communities.
DEACONS
are ordained ministers who take the spirit and message of Jesus to God's poor. Called to serve in both church and world, deacons give generously of time, energy, and talents. They lead, recruit, train, and encourage baptized persons as they reach out to the sick and aged, those in prison, the hungry and homeless. In the Eucharist deacons are angels and waiters who proclaim the gospel, announce the topics of prayer, and organize the sacred meal.
COMMUNITY OF DEACONS
The deacons and those in formation meet occasionally (with spouses), chat on an Internet list, undertake special projects, and speak out on issues of mercy and justice.
For photos and sketches of Louisiana deacons, see pelideacons (peli = pelican). Candidates are at pelicandidates.
INTERESTED?
If you are interested, and have the support of your priest and congregation, please call for more information.
Archdeacon Charles deGravelles
225-344-7157 or charlesdegravelles@cox.net
