Season 2 Episode 29: Behind the Formation of Deacons

Lights, Catholic, Action! · Mar 10, 2026 · 51m

Born and raised in Colombia, Paola Quintero-Araujo never imagined that a journey that began in dental school would lead her to help form future deacons for the Church—but along the way, God quietly redirected her path through unexpected encounters, ministry, and a call to serve. In this episode, she shares her powerful faith journey and gives a behind-the-scenes look at how men discern and prepare for the permanent diaconate, revealing the deep spiritual formation behind this sometimes-misunderstood vocation.