A few weeks ago, I got an e-mail from a deacon candidate, directing me to a website he’s set up all about the diaconate.

I promised him that I’d post on it.

But then, life being what it is, I forgot all about it — until this morning, when I started sifting through my mailbox.

D’oh!

So, with sincerest apologies to Tim Heller, the author of the site, here it is. And it’s really very good.

Drop by his web site and browse around. You’ll find articles on the diaconate, essays, reflections, superb quotes, and really lovely photographs (including some nice ones from a favorite place of mine, the Abbey of Gethsemani, where Thomas Merton lived.)

The site looks to be a great resource for deacons, aspirants, candidates and anyone looking for a little spiritual soul food. Visit, and spread the word!