On February 19, 2025, the Pope St. John XXIII National Seminary community warmly welcomed The Most Reverend Timothy P. Broglio, J.C.D, Archbishop for the Military Services, USA and current President of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), to preside at the Ministry of Acolyte where seven men were officially instituted and received into this special ministry in the Church.
As an Acolyte, the man’s primary role will be assisting the Deacon and Priest during Mass, with a focus on ensuring the altar is prepared. They may also serve as Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion at Mass and bring Holy Eucharist to the sick. They will also participate in various tasks as needed, while aiding the priest and deacon during liturgical celebrations.
Join us as we congratulate and pray for the following men reaching this milestone:
Alexander J. Baugh, Diocese of Venice in Florida; Michael J. Cattelan, Archdiocese of Hartford; Terry P. Gastauer, Diocese of Venice in Florida; Russell J. Grafrath, Archdiocese of Oklahoma City; Peter J. Jiménez, Archdiocese of Boston; Paul V. Otieno, Archdiocese of Oklahoma City; and Michael P. Salice, Archdiocese of Hartford.
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