Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India – December 2023: In a joyous ceremony held on December 29,
2023, at Madurai, seven deacons were ordained as priests for the Salesian Province of
Tiruchy.
Most Rev. Dr. Antony Pappusamy, the Archbishop of Madurai, presided over the solemn
Eucharistic celebration and conferred the ordination of the seven deacons. In his homily, Bp.
Anthonysamy urged the newly ordained priests to be faithful ministers of the Gospel,
committed to serving the needs of the Church and the people, especially the young.
The ceremony was attended by a large gathering of Salesian priests, brothers, sisters, family
members of the newly ordained priests, and well-wishers from across the state. The
atmosphere was filled with an air of solemnity and celebration as the deacons received the
Sacrament of Holy Orders.
The arrival of seven new priests marks a significant moment for the Tiruchy Province,
injecting fresh energy and enthusiasm into its mission. As they embark on their sacred
journeys, the newly ordained priests carry with them the hopes and prayers of a community
they will serve with unwavering devotion and love.
The ceremony itself was a testament to the profound significance of the occasion. Thanks to
Fr. Agilan, the Provincial, and his team, who orchestrated the function with meticulous
planning and dedication.
Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India – December 2023: In a joyous ceremony held on December 29,
2023, at Madurai, seven deacons were ordained as priests for the Salesian Province of
Tiruchy.
Most Rev. Dr. Antony Pappusamy, the Archbishop of Madurai, presided over the solemn
Eucharistic celebration and conferred the ordination of the seven deacons. In his homily, Bp.
Anthonysamy urged the newly ordained priests to be faithful ministers of the Gospel,
committed to serving the needs of the Church and the people, especially the young.
The ceremony was attended by a large gathering of Salesian priests, brothers, sisters, family
members of the newly ordained priests, and well-wishers from across the state. The
atmosphere was filled with an air of solemnity and celebration as the deacons received the
Sacrament of Holy Orders.
The arrival of seven new priests marks a significant moment for the Tiruchy Province,
injecting fresh energy and enthusiasm into its mission. As they embark on their sacred
journeys, the newly ordained priests carry with them the hopes and prayers of a community
they will serve with unwavering devotion and love.
The ceremony itself was a testament to the profound significance of the occasion. Thanks to
Fr. Agilan, the Provincial, and his team, who orchestrated the function with meticulous
planning and dedication.
