New deacon: Brad Brown, Fort Smith

I went through the nine-month discernment period, prayed for guidance, applied and began five years of formation, where I found a true peace from God in my decision.

What ministries are you currently involved in? Communion to sick and shut-ins, St. …

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New deacon: George Gussy, Yellville

My calling was a gradual one, which I finally answered.

What ministries are you currently involved in? Lector, Eucharistic minister, acolyte

Who have been the biggest influences in your diaconate formation? My wife, my spiritual directors, my parish family, the diaconate formation team
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New deacon: Marc Rios, Little Rock

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Wife: Tracy

How did you hear your calling to become a deacon? In service to others, I felt God pulling me closer to him, so I let go of my life and gave it to him.

What ministries are…

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New deacon: Dr. Tom Cannon, Little Rock

Dr. Tom Cannon, 60 Christ the King, Little Rock Assigned to: Christ the King, Little Rock Employment: Ophthalmologist, ophthalmic pathologist  Wife: Kerena  How did you hear your calling? I felt an inner calling by God and a preceeding calling to strengthen my faith…

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New deacon: Arturo Hernandez, Rogers

What ministries are you currently involved in? Diaconate formation

Who have been the biggest influences in your diaconate formation? The formation team, Deacons Marcelino Vásquez, Ricardo Puello, César Villafranca and Marcelino Luna and Bishop-elect Erik Pohlmeier
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