T he Formation Program, which takes a period of four years, includes both the deacon candidate and his wife. Classes are held one week-end a month.
Formation is offered in both English and Spanish languages.
At present, there is an English speaking class of 20 couples to be ordained in the year 2000. A Spanish speaking class of 11 couples will be ordained in the year 2002. Following the ordination of the respective groups, new classes will begin. The time-line for application and admission is a year and a half prior to the start of the program. T he program is designed to equip the candidate with those skills and techniques that will assist him to minister to those he is called to serve.