The diocese’s newly ordained deacons are presented to the congregation at St. James Cathedral on April 30. From left are the Rev. Chiung (Carol) Shih, the Rev. Paige Souter, the Rev. Douglas Smith, the Rev. Abraham Thomas and the Rev. Hannah Johnston. The ordination of deacons service is held at the cathedral each spring.
The Rev. Canon Jo Davies, chaplain at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, gives the homily.
A stole awaits.
Bishop Andrew Asbil lays his hands on the head of each ordinand during the consecration.
The Rev. Paige Souter and the Rev. Abraham Thomas are vested.
Applause for the new deacons.
The deacons enjoy a group hug.
The deacons, family, friends and clergy mingle after the service.
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