God willing, The Reverend Aidan Smith will be ordained to the priesthood this weekend in the Diocese of Albany, NY! It is with joy that we share this blessed news! Approximately two years ago, Aidan was a seminarian at Trinity School of Ministry. He needed to find a local parish to complete some discernment and gain practical experience with worship. With the assistance of Father John and two parishioners, Aidan was able to complete his requirements and move forward with ordination. This past spring, Aidan was ordained as a transitional deacon and now, he will be ordained to the priesthood. Please share your well-wishes with both Aidan and Melanie and include them in your prayers.
Almighty Father, we thank you for raising up among us faithful servants for the ministry of your Word and Sacraments. We pray that Aidan may be to us an effective example in word and action, in love and patience, and in holiness of life. Grant that we, with him, may serve you now, and always rejoice in your glory; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.