We now have two new Transitional Deacons in our Diocese: Felix Pesce and Chris Fagin.
It was a joyful and packed Deacon Ordination for Felix and Chris at our magnificent and historic Mother Church, The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, January 3, 2026.
Bishop David P. Talley was the Celebrant and Homilist with Bishop Emeritus J. Terry Steib and numerous Priests as Concelebrants. Also, many Deacons, Seminarians, Altar Servers, Lectors, and Knights of Columbus 4th Degree provided the best support—and the Cantor and Musicians were amazing.
Thank you to everyone who supported these two exceptional young men this morning on their very important Catholic day by attending or streaming the Holy Mass. The wonderful volunteers for the reception after the Mass were deeply appreciated, too. Many blessings and congratulations to Deacon Felix Pesce and Deacon Chris Fagin, and let’s continue to pray for our now 14 outstanding Seminarians.