Evangelization

Eileen M. Finn, Director of Deaf Ministry
Pat Ashby, Administrative Assistant

"Deaf Ministry is pastoral ministry and the closest model is that of a parish, i.e., a complete spectrum of pastoral and Sacramental care, evangelization, religious education and formation, preparation for the Sacraments, pastoral counseling, and spiritual direction, community building, efforts on behalf of justice and peace, advocacy, and support for the particular needs of the deaf community, and inclusion in the life of the Church. The ministry serves all ages, cradle to grave. "Principles for Understanding Deaf Ministry and Guidelines for Hiring Pastoral Ministers for the Deaf Community NCOD, 2002."