Bishop Salvatore R. Matano ordained two men to the diaconate Aug. 21 at Rochester’s Sacred Heart Cathedral. Brian Mizzoni was ordained as a permanent deacon, while Aaron Kelly was ordained a transitional deacon on the path to priesthood.
Brian Mizzoni processes into Sacred Heart Cathedral in Rochester for the Aug. 21 deacon ordination Mass.
Bishop Salvatore R. Matano greets Aaron Kelly’s family during the procession.
Bishop Matano gives the homily.
Brian Mizzoni pledges his obedience to Bishop Matano and his successors.
Aaron Kelly prostrates himself before the altar.
Bishop Matano places his hands on Aaron Kelly’s head.
Deacon Aaron Kelly is vested by Father Peter Van Lieshout.
Deacon Brian Mizzoni is presented with the Book of the Gospels.
Deacons Brian Mizzoni and Aaron Kelly sit beside Bishop Matano.
Deacons Brian Mizzoni and Aaron Kelly distribute Communion.
