The diaconate is a distinct ministry in the Church, with two forms: transitional and permanent. Transitional deacons are seminarians preparing for the priesthood, serving in this role before priestly ordination. Permanent deacons will remain deacons for life. Many are married and have careers, balancing their ministry with family and professional …

Explore the traditions of this joyous time in pictures For coverage of the 2021 ordination, click here. This article first appeared online in May 2018. Tradition of the first blessing Waiting to receive a blessing from a new priest is a longstanding ordination day tradition. After Mass, the new priests …

Monday, April 12, 2010 Judith R. “Til” Caliguri (nee Bryson), 70, of Anderson Twp. died April 5. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at Holy Cross-Immaculata Church in Mt. Adams on April 10. T.P. White & Sons Funeral Home handled the arrangements.