Evangelization: Acts of Love

Deacon Mark Kiszelewski

Just had dinner with Deacon Mark Kiszelewski before he heads back to the seminary for his final semester of studies. Mark was ordained to the diaconate last August and is currently studying at Sacred Heart Seminary in Hales Corner, WI.

During Mass, when he receives the gifts of the people, Deacon Mark briefly greets the people bringing up the bread and wine, asking their names and where they are from, and giving them a blessing before returning to the altar to prepare the chalice. In this simple greeting, Deacon Mark demonstrates God's love to those who bring up the gifts on behalf of the entire Church.

During times of desolation, Mark continues to be a source of encouragement and support for me. His sense of humor always brings a smile to my face, even during challenging times in my life. He was one of the first people I called when the evil spirit plus the pressure of our office transition got the best of me this past fall. Before we spoke, he led a prayer over the phone to begin the conversation which was so grace-filled. These simple acts of prayer demonstrate how Mark offers everything he does for the Lord.

May we all find ways to evangelize, through simple acts of love...both in our worship and in our daily lives.

P.S. Please continue to pray for Deacon Mark Kiszelewski and all of our seminarians in the Archdiocese.