[header] How to become a deacon in the episcopal church [title] Become heavily involved in a parish located in the diocese in which you wish to be ordained. [step] Get to know all members of the church leadership, as well as a significant portion of the congregation. [title] Assist in church ministry programs that reach beyond church services, such as feeding the poor, ministering to homeless, and caring for children. 
[step] These will be the types of activities in which you will be most heavily involved after becoming a deacon. [title] Attain familiarity with the rites, liturgy, organization, and history of the episcopal church.