Diocese of Providence Welcomes Seven New Deacons

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PROVIDENCE — The Most Reverend Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., Bishop of Providence, ordained seven men to the Sacred Diaconate on Saturday, October 24, at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul. The ordination took place during a solemn Mass, where the candidates received the sacrament through the laying on of hands and the prayer of ordination by Bishop Lewandowski.

The seven newly ordained deacons are:

  • Jimmy Rommer Aybar Santiago

  • Enmanuel Adolfo Cabrera Carpio

  • Leo Thomas Fontaine

  • Aquilino Antonio Luna Diaz

  • Sean Vincent Magiera

  • Javier Eduardo Perez Sanabria

  • Felix José Rodriguez Almonte

Members of the local community, clergy, families, and friends gathered at the cathedral to celebrate the occasion and support the men as they began their official ministry within the diocese.

Look for full coverage in the November 5 edition of Rhode Island Catholic!