Our Mission
The National Association of Diaconate Directors exists to support diaconate directors, formation directors, associate directors, and their staffs in their mission to enable deacons, candidates, aspirants, their wives and families to utilize their gifts in the service of the Church following the model of Jesus Christ.
Participate
NADD offers a wide range of resources for the formation, ministry and life of Catholic deacons.  These include the annual NADD convention, director's workshops, the National Directory Institute, the Ministry and Life Institute, and online sharing of best practices by our members.
Join NADD
The members of the National Association of Diaconate Directors are dedicated to  the promotion of excellence in deacon formation and support for deacons in ministry.  By sharing best practices and participating in NADD's programs our members realize the many benefits that NADD provides.  Contact us to join!
News & Events

The Deacon Magazine
NADD is the new owners of the Deacon Magazine, previously published by OSV. 

2026 Convention
"Servant of the Mysteries of Christ, Servant of our Brothers and Sisters"
April 28-30th, 2026 
Fort Worth, TX
Hilton Fort Worth
*Note there has been a date change

2026 National Directory Institute
June 7-11, 2026
Pontifical College Josephinum
Columbus, OH

Membership Year: July 2025-June 2026

 Invoices were emailed on June 20th.  If you have questions about your membership or you have changes to your diocese membership, please contact us.
You can make due payment:
Check- Send to 204 37th Ave N, #309 St. Petersburg, FL 33704- Please note names of members and any emails for new members
Online Payment

Quarterly Zoom Presentation ​
Previous Presentation Documents and Video Available Here!

2025 Convention Presentations are available for Members 
NADD Mobile App is available for Apple in the app store and Android on Google Play!

​The NADD Mobile App, for smartphones and tablets, contains much of the same information as the website and even allows members to register for the Annual Conventions!

By turning on notifications for NADD on your device, you will be able to receive notices and information from the Association whenever there is a need for us to quickly reach out to the membership.
Quick Links
Faith Resources
National Association of Diaconate Directors
204 37th Ave. N #309
St. Petersburg, FL 33704
Phone: (404) 274-9896
[email protected]