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Believe what you read, preach what you believe, practice what you preach. — The bishop to the new deacon as he hands him the Book of Gospels during the ordination liturgy

Activities for Children

Use the occasion of learning about a deacon to put all our roles in context with one another. I've developed some activities that children can enjoy while they learn.

Coloring Book

Download this 16-page coloring and activity book for children to learn about the various roles in the Church—including their own! This book would make a wonderful joint activity for parents and children and help the child to understand their own gifts from God as well as those of others.

Coloring Book
(100 K pdf file)*

Activity Sheet for Older Kids

Parents can help their children learn about the various roles in the church: bishop, priest, deacon, religious and laity.

Activity Sheet (22 K pdf file)*

Parent Guide

Discussion Handout

Designed for use with teens, illustrates the three ministries of the deacon, offers scripture passages, and gives examples of deacon saints.

Discussion Handout
(1 MB pdf file)*

Read a three-part series on the deacon's ministry

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