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The present and the future of the diaconate in Africa

Virtual Meeting on Wednesday, 15th July 2026, focusing on the present situation of the permanent diaconate in African countries, and considering how the IDC might collaborate with bishops throughout the African continent to encourage the vocation of the deacon.

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In South Korea, the experience of a deacon’s wife

By: Christine Krumpen

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International deacons' wives network meeting

The latest online meeting of IDC’s deacons’ wives network took place on May 30th 2026.

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Partner in purpose and vocation: Wives role in their husband's ministry

By: Danielle Soulodre and Evelyn Victoria

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First IDC Webinar - a promising start

When deacons are functioning well, the Church is functioning well, said Bishop Shawn McKnight, Archbishop of Kansas City, on the first IDC webinar in April 2026.

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