My first post

I’ve been thinking about doing this for a long time, that is, finding a place where I can try to express myself successfully with the written word. My attempts at this via my old standby (Facebook) seemed to end in many long dismal threads where those of differing opinions either didn’t bother to read the substance of my post, or as often as not, I did not adequately convey my complete idea which lead to their consternation with my attempt. I’m hoping this will be a bit different. A blog seems to have the advantage of more space to write, and the time to assemble ones thoughts more carefully. I can’t promise that I am going to be like one of the professional bloggers that exist out there, and have new content daily, but I would like to use this to address some areas where perhaps a Catholic perspective would be useful to discuss on current affairs.

My credentials are that I have been a Permanent Deacon in the Catholic Diocese of Raleigh for about four years now, after having been through a five year period of training and discernment. I function at the Parish of Saint Bernadette, in Fuquay Varina North Carolina, where I assist with Mass, and provide eduction for adults wishing to become Catholic. I will never claim to have all the answers, but I will promise to provide what I know, and to research that which I don’t and at least provide my perspective. I don’t wish this to be simply a soap box for my views, so I will also post any appropriate feedback that I receive as well. Perhaps we can share this space to the benefit of all.

Yours in Christ,

Deacon Charles Zlamal