Diaconate Journey – 3 : Coming to James’ Ordination
The ordination Mass, where one of my classmates, Peter, and I will be ordained, will be at Southwark Cathedral, presided over by Archbishop John. We will enter amidst great ceremony dressed only in white. Amongst many prayers, the intercession of all the saints ‘is sought. The prime moment is in silence, no hymns or even words as the Archbishop confers the ordination by the laying on of hands, which comes from the Apostles and all the subsequent bishops. Only then will we be dressed in diaconal vestments.
Summertime 2026
11-14th August: Altar Servers Trip to Westminster Pastoral Centre, £199. For aged 11-15. We commend this excellent residential trip for altar servers and those who regularly attend mass on the weekend. It is a few days for deepening one’s catholic faith, in a great social atmosphere, including football, sports and visit to Thorpe Park. For more details of how to get to the venue, with a coach laid on at St. Anselm’s Dartford. Forms at the back of Church or contact Fr. Stephen Boyle, chaplain to the Guild of St, Stephen, Dartford@rcaos.org.uk, Tel:01322 220075.
Sick / housebound ?
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Do you have questions about the Catholic Faith?
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