The Deacon Program of the Eparchy of Saint Josaphat prepares both single and married men as candidates for ordination to the diaconate, to serve the People of God in the parishes of the Eparchy. Submitting to the call of God, and following a prescribed course of intellectual, spiritual and pastoral preparation, these candidates will go forth as deacons to their respective parishes.

As sharers in the Ministry of Christ, they will assist in the Divine Mysteries and various ministries of charity. As living icons of Christ, these deacons will foster the growth of the Church in the world.