The Center for Diaconate fulfills the following roles and functions:

• Provides general catechesis and information on the vocation of deacon
• Conducts selection and admission process for applicants to diaconate formation
• Provides a diaconate formation program for the archdiocese
• Encourages spiritual, intellectual, personal, ministerial and communal growth among deacons
• In concert with the Comprehensive Assignments Board, serves as a resource for placement and other personnel concerns of archdiocesan deacons

The purpose of the Deacon Council shall be:

1. To recommend policy to the Archbishop regarding ministry/life issues affecting the Deacon community so as to give him effective assistance in these matters.
2. To implement policies and programs at the Archbishop’s discretion which will help Deacons live and work more effectively in their ministry.
3. To provide a vehicle for open dialogue with other bodies organized within the Archdiocese, especially through representation on their Boards, as appropriate.
4. To encourage an active and visible role by Deacons individually and the Deacon community collectively in matters that directly affect them in their call to a ministry of service.
5. To foster an ongoing spirit of community by encouraging and promoting social, spiritual and education activities on behalf of the Deacon community.
6. To enhance the awareness and image of diaconal ministry through appropriate public relations and promotional activities.