ORLANDO | They love each other and the Lord, but Deacons Noel Oteyza and Edgar Jecino admit their wives, Karyl and Lynette, truly helped them grow in the faith.
The sisters grew up in a devout Catholic family in the …
Diakonia: A family affair
The word deacon (diakonia) means service — in ministry to others — and that service most often starts at home. In this three-part series, the Florida Catholic will introduce you to three diaconate families and explore how this vocation impacts …
Future deacons ready to serve the Lord, faithful
ORLANDO | On June 8, 2024, Bishop John Noonan will ordain 18 men to the Permanent Diaconate. In formation for the past five years after one discernment year, they are prepared to enter a life of diakonia or service to …
Program helps discover the ‘servant within’
ORLANDO | Bishop John Noonan will ordain 18 men to the Order of Deacon, June 8. Although all have distinct experiences, characters and charisms, they are all well formed. The formation program, 15 years in the making, is as distinct …
At 87, deacon still has an artistic vision
ORLANDO | While it is subjective to define another person’s art, two words stand out in the mission of Deacon Frank Falotico’s art: inspiration and remembrance.
A longtime resident of Palm Bay, Deacon Falotico works in multiple mediums – from …