CINCINNATI, Ohio — Ten of the Diocese of Charlotte’s seminarians became acolytes during a special Mass Nov. 10 at Mount St. Mary’s Seminary, where they are studying for eventual ordination to the priesthood.
Seminarians receiving the ministry include (pictured, from left, bottom row to top): Anthony del Cid Lucero, Luke Martin, Joseph Yellico, Christian Goduti, Matthew Harrison II, Andrew Templeton, James Tweed, Christopher Angermeyer, Nicholas Kramer and Kolbe Murrey.
Archbishop Dennis M. Schnurr of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati celebrated the Mass in the Chapel of St. Gregory the Great.
The new acolytes will assist the deacon and priest at Mass, and distribute Holy Communion as an extraordinary minister.
The role of acolyte is now expanded to include the laity as a lay ministry. It continues to be an important step in preparing men for ordination as a priest or deacon.
— SueAnn Howell. Photo provided by Father John Putnam