Thanks to deacon Greg Kandra, I read with interest an interview conducted by Vatican Insider on the diaconate in the Diocese of Rome.
The responder is Msgr. Nicola Filippi, the delegate for the diaconate in Rome.
Does the Church’s credibility when the Gospel is announced depend on how faithful deacons are to their ministry of service and charity and on with what authority they exercise their ministry?
“In point no. 65 of the “Evangelii Gaudium”, Francis wrote: “Despite the tide of secularism which has swept our societies, in many countries – even those where Christians are a minority – the Catholic Church is considered a credible institution by public opinion, and trusted for her solidarity and concern for those in greatest need.” So if the deacon is faithful to his vocation, he will contribute greatly to the Church’s credibility and will help show its maternal side by announcing the truth on life and the family, areas which public opinion does not often look favourably upon.”
Read it all at this link:
