Eight men were ordained Permanent Deacons for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia on Saturday, June 14 in the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul during Mass celebrated by Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez. Those ordained include Peter J. Anninos; James V. Coffey; Michael E. Connor; Charles D. Dern; Mario A. Gonzalez; Matthew J. Ruel; Kris Van Hees; and Michael F. Willcox. Read more about each of the men here.
As ordained clergy, a deacon’s ministry entails proclaiming, preaching, and teaching God’s Word, assisting the bishop and priest at the Liturgy, assisting at funerals, ministering to the sick and dying, leading the community in prayer and in sacramental liturgies, baptizing, witnessing marriages, and exercising administrative leadership in the Church. Learn more here. (Photos by Sarah Webb)
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