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A New Chapter of Ministry Begins!
Photo courtesy Archdiocese of Toronto
May 29, 2026
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Nine men responding to God’s call were ordained to the Sacred Order of Deacons on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica. The Most Rev. Bishop Vincent Nguyen, Vicar for the Permanent Diaconate in the Archdiocese of Toronto, presided at the Ordination Mass surrounded by family members, clergy, friends and faithful from across the archdiocese.
In his homily, Bishop Nguyen encouraged the newest permanent deacons of the archdiocese as they embark on a new chapter of ministry and service to the community:
“Abide in Christ’s love in your daily listening to the word of God. Draw your strength from the nourishment of the sacraments. Be close to Christ in those you serve. Rooted in Christ’s fidelity to the Gospel, your life and your ministry will show the world the face of Christ the servant, who laid down his life on the cross for our salvation. So beloved sons, today our Lord appoints you to bear fruit, fruit that will last and abide in his love.”
The ordination marked the culmination of years of discernment, spiritual formation and pastoral preparation for the candidates and their wives as the newly ordained deacons begin a life of faithful service to the Church and the broader community.
Permanent deacons are ordained for life and are called to a three-fold ministry of assisting at the altar, proclaiming the Gospel and serving those in need through charitable outreach and pastoral care. In addition to assisting at Mass, deacons may preside at baptisms, witness marriages and minister in hospitals, long-term care homes, outreach centres and other community settings.
The Archdiocese of Toronto offers our prayers and best wishes to the “Class of 2026”:
The faithful are invited to continue praying for these newly ordained permanent deacons and their families as they begin their ministry in loving service to Christ and His Church.
From the Archdiocese of Toronto
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