"The ordained ministry occurs in three degrees of orders: bishop, priest and deacon. These ministries are essential for the life of the Church."
United States Catholic Catechism for Adults p.273
Before a man is admitted to the Sacrament of Holy Orders as a priest and/or deacon, he is required to pursue graduate academic work.
Contact Deacon Bob Kovach for information about the Permanent Diaconate:
Contact Father Christopher Cox to talk about the Priesthood