Join Archbishop Alexander Sample and guest Deacon Bill McNamara of St. Clare Church in Portland as they discuss the heart of the Diaconate ministry. Discover the beauty of this call to Holy Orders as they discuss the three key areas of the Diaconate: Word, Liturgy and Charity. Archbishop Sample describes how the Deacons are called to be leaven in the world while Deacon Bill shares his personal journey to the Diaconate and how he has been called to bring the love of God to the world through his vocation. Find out about the upcoming Diaconate Inquiry Session on Saturday, August 24th for men who are interested in learning more about the Diaconate ministry.

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Join Archbishop Sample and special guest newly ordained priest, Father Brent Durschmidt as they discuss "what is an authentic priestly life" and explain how the heart of the priest is configured to Christ. Hear insights about Father Brent's discernment journey and Archbishop Sample describes the often misunderstood, yet essential key to the priesthood.

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Join Archbishop Alexander Sample as he discusses concrete ways Catholics in America can have an effect on the culture and on society as faithful citizens. Referring to the document, "Faithful Citizenship" written by the US Bishops, the Archbishop explains why and how the laity and all Catholics can be leaven to the world and in the Church.

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