# Day 215: Deacons and the Diaconate (2026)

An episode of [The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1648949780), 3 Aug 2026, 14 min.

Audio: https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/cdfbae20-3944-4880-bb6c-5860a901b00a/c7707be6-d8f2-4b5c-9663-2230e976bda0.mp3

Together, with Fr. Mike, we examine the ordination of deacons and the diaconate. Fr. Mike unpacks each of the essential elements of the rite of the ordination of deacons as well as each of the tasks of the deacon. He emphasizes that only a validly ordained bishop can validly confer the sacrament of Holy Orders. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 1569-1576. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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