Prospective candidates for permanent diaconate can attend inquiry sessions beginning in January By Bill Brewer The Diocese of Knoxville will be starting a new class of permanent deacons in 2022 and is now reaching out to Catholic men interested in joining the clergy. The diocesan Office of the Diaconate and Deacon Formation, which supports ordained deacons serving in the diocese and men inquiring about the permanent diaconate, is interested in connecting with prospective deacons. Deacon Tim Elliott, director of the diaconate and deacon formation, said six inquiry dates have been scheduled beginning in early 2022. The inquiries will be held on Jan. 8, Feb. 19, March 19, April 23, May 21, and June 18. These inquiries will be held on Saturdays at All Saints Church, with Mass at 9 a.m. followed by an information meeting in the All Saints parish hall. “These inquiries answer what is the diaconate all about.... Read more →
