Deacon William A. Bilow, Jr., Director
Office of the Diaconate
Diocese of Worcester
49 Elm Street
Worcester, MA 01609
Tel: 508-791-7171
Fax: 508-929-4380
wbilow@worcesterdiocese.org
4+ year course of study
Graduate-level education through Anna Maria College
Regular Discussion Sessions at local site
Practicum in selected ministry
Gathering for Liturgy and/or prayer.
Annual Retreat
Days of recollection
Spiritual direction
Spiritual conferences
Deacons Ongoing (Post-Ordination) Formation
Continuing Education Policy (30 hours) Special seminars Advanced courses Annual Retreat Days of recollection Support Groups Periodic Preaching evaluation