Norfolk Reporter

Diaconate Certificate Program Summer Classes

July 8 @ 2:00 pm - July 17 @ 5:00 pm

The on‐campus Diaconate certificate program is designed to prepare a candidate for the ordained diaconate within 3 years. However, the program is open to candidates for up to 6 years. The candidate must be a committed and mature Orthodox Christian who has been active in a parish, and who senses a calling from the Lord to serve the Church in the diaconal ministry. The program is the basis for other meetings and studies required by the local Metropolitan and is complemented by service in a parish under the mentorship of the local priest.

The program is designed especially for persons who are members of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America and who have the blessing of their Metropolitans to participate. Persons from other Orthodox jurisdictions may also apply to participate in the program. This program is not designed for persons who sense a calling to the priesthood.

Candidates will receive a Certificate of Study from Holy Cross upon the successful completion of the Diaconate Program. Applicants should be aware that admission into and successful completion of the Diaconate Program is not a guarantee for ordination. It is understood that the Holy Synod will determine the final criteria for ordination to the diaconate and that diaconal assignments to a particular parish or ministry are made by one’s Metropolitan.

For the full schedule of classes and events, please visit here. 

Learn more about the Diaconate Certificate Program at HCHC by visiting https://www.hchc.edu/certificate-programs/diaconate-program/. 

Questions? Please contact Dr. Jim Skedros, at jskedros@hchc.edu. 

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