Six men were ordained to the permanent diaconate at Ss. Simon and Jude Cathedral in Phoenix on Saturday Nov. 7, 2026. These men play a vital role in the Church by serving the bishop, parish priests and the people of God.
In preparation for ordination and their lifelong call of service, candidates have completed a rigorous formation program, including five years of study along with the two-year Kino Catechetical Institute program as part of their discernment.
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