March 29, 2024

Deacons installed as lectors.

Bishop Paul J. Swain (center, on the left) during the celebration of Mass and institution of the diocesan candidates for the permanent diaconate as lectors at the Cathedral of Saint Joseph.

Dr. Glenn Ridder, kneels before the bishop during the liturgy.

Other candidates in the current class are Thane Barnier, Maurice Barrett, Todd Cloos and Timothy Dickes.

(Photo courtesy, Deacon Roger Heidt, Diocese of Sioux Falls)