On Thursday 21 September, the Diocese of Parramatta rejoiced as it welcomed and celebrated the ordination of its newest priest, Fr Tom Green.
In front of family, friends and parishioners, Fr Tom Green was ordained to the presbyterate by Bishop Vincent Long OFM Conv, Bishop of Parramatta, at St Patrick’s Cathedral, Parramatta, on Thursday night, the Feast of St Matthew.
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The Diocese of Parramatta have produced a video to celebrate Fr Tom’s ordination. It can also be viewed on the Diocese of Parramatta’s YouTube Channel.
Unfortunately, due to an unforeseen technical issue, the livestream of Fr Tom’s ordination cut out just before his note of gratitude. The Diocese provides a recording of his speech in full below.
Fr Tom has been appointed Assistant Priest at St Patrick’s Cathedral Parish, Parramatta.
You can rewatch the ordination to the presbyterate of Tom Green on the St Patrick’s Cathedral YouTube channel, and you can view images from the ordination here or below:
