Ministry of Catechist and Order of the Permanent Diaconate
In order to best facilitate discernment and preparation of the formation programme, the closing date for application for the Ministry of Catechist as well as for the Permanent Diaconate in the Dioceses of Clonfert, Galway, Kilmacduagh and Kilfenora is being extended. As part of a dynamic and creative team, in union with priests, deacons, parish pastoral councils and others, Catechists assist with the delivery of various faith development programmes and opportunities at both parish level and beyond. Permanent Deacons are ordained to a life of service in charity to the poor, the vulnerable and the marginalised. They exercise a ministry of the Word in preaching and teaching, and Ministry at the Altar, in assisting the celebrant at Mass, in officiating at certain liturgies, and preparing people for and officiating at Baptisms and Weddings. Both the Ministry of Catechist and the Permanent Diaconate involve a sizeable period of discernment and formation. For a fuller description, please see the brochures that are available in your local Church. For a conversation and further information please contact Fr Hugh Clifford, Email catechistsdeacons@clonfertgalway.ie or Tel. 091 637154, before 31st May 2026.
