Diaconal Ministries Resource Manual
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Disaster Recovery Assistance Ministry
W
hen a local disaster strikes, be it a nat-
ural disaster or one caused by human
error, Catholic Charities responds with sup-
plies and financial assistance, if available. The
deacons involved in this ministry go to the
scene and assist with the spiritual needs of the
victims, first responders, and others involved.
The team of deacons coordinating this minis-
try build and maintain a roster of deacons able
to assist in time of need.
Fallen Away Catholics Ministry
T
here are many in our community who
were raised Catholic but no longer prac-
tice their faith. They may only attend Mass
on Christmas, Easter or at weddings, funerals
or other special events. All have stories and
all have reasons for leaving. It is important to
reach out to them, reconnect with them, an-
swer their questions, and bring the baptized
back home to the faith.
The deacons in this ministry have helped
individuals come back on a case by case basis,
but now are doing research to begin a minis-
try to provide individuals the tools to reach out
and evangelize their f riends and family.
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Deacon Mike Fletcher
deaconmike1@live.com
Deacon George Thierjung
dulosgeorge@comcast.net
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Deacon Peter Hung Phi Dang
peterhpdang@yahoo.com
Deacon Huan Nguyen
stjohnbaptist123@outlook.com
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I tell you, in just the same way
there will be more joy in heaven
over one sinner who repents.
Lk 15:7
