Calling the priesthood “a ministry of love,” Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger of the Diocese of Albany presided over the Ordination to the Priesthood of Father Russell Bergman and Father James O’Rourke - who were both profiled in last week’s The Evangelist - on June 18 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany. Father O’Rourke celebrated his first Mass at Blessed Sacrament in Albany on June 19, while Father Bergman celebrated his first Mass at Our Lady of Victory in Troy. Father Bergman said of his ordination: “It was beyond comparison to any experience I’ve had in my life. An awesome experience in the true divine sense of awesome, full of humility, joy, wonder, intensity, thanksgiving, fulfillment and palpable love, among so many other feelings that words alone cannot capture.” The parish assignments for both priests are expected to be announced on June 27. Candidates for the priesthood, Deacons James O’Rourke (l.) and Russell Bergman, acknowledge the congregation as they are presented for Ordination to the Priesthood. Cindy Schultz photos for The Evangelist.
Calling the priesthood “a ministry of love,” Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger of the Diocese of Albany presided over the Ordination to the Priesthood of Father Russell Bergman and Father James O’Rourke - who were both profiled in last week’s The Evangelist - on June 18 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany. Father O’Rourke celebrated his first Mass at Blessed Sacrament in Albany on June 19, while Father Bergman celebrated his first Mass at Our Lady of Victory in Troy. Father Bergman said of his ordination: “It was beyond comparison to any experience I’ve had in my life. An awesome experience in the true divine sense of awesome, full of humility, joy, wonder, intensity, thanksgiving, fulfillment and palpable love, among so many other feelings that words alone cannot capture.” The parish assignments for both priests are expected to be announced on June 27. Parishioners, priests and deacons applaud for the candidates for ordination. Cindy Schultz photos for The Evangelist.
Calling the priesthood “a ministry of love,” Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger of the Diocese of Albany presided over the Ordination to the Priesthood of Father Russell Bergman and Father James O’Rourke - who were both profiled in last week’s The Evangelist - on June 18 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany. Father O’Rourke celebrated his first Mass at Blessed Sacrament in Albany on June 19, while Father Bergman celebrated his first Mass at Our Lady of Victory in Troy. Father Bergman said of his ordination: “It was beyond comparison to any experience I’ve had in my life. An awesome experience in the true divine sense of awesome, full of humility, joy, wonder, intensity, thanksgiving, fulfillment and palpable love, among so many other feelings that words alone cannot capture.” The parish assignments for both priests are expected to be announced on June 27. Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger directs his homily to the candidates for the priesthood, Deacons Russell Bergman (c.) and James O’Rourke. Cindy Schultz photos for The Evangelist.
Calling the priesthood “a ministry of love,” Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger of the Diocese of Albany presided over the Ordination to the Priesthood of Father Russell Bergman and Father James O’Rourke - who were both profiled in last week’s The Evangelist - on June 18 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany. Father O’Rourke celebrated his first Mass at Blessed Sacrament in Albany on June 19, while Father Bergman celebrated his first Mass at Our Lady of Victory in Troy. Father Bergman said of his ordination: “It was beyond comparison to any experience I’ve had in my life. An awesome experience in the true divine sense of awesome, full of humility, joy, wonder, intensity, thanksgiving, fulfillment and palpable love, among so many other feelings that words alone cannot capture.” The parish assignments for both priests are expected to be announced on June 27. Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger questions Deacon James O’Rourke, who gives him his Promise of Obedience. Cindy Schultz photos for The Evangelist.
Calling the priesthood “a ministry of love,” Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger of the Diocese of Albany presided over the Ordination to the Priesthood of Father Russell Bergman and Father James O’Rourke - who were both profiled in last week’s The Evangelist - on June 18 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany. Father O’Rourke celebrated his first Mass at Blessed Sacrament in Albany on June 19, while Father Bergman celebrated his first Mass at Our Lady of Victory in Troy. Father Bergman said of his ordination: “It was beyond comparison to any experience I’ve had in my life. An awesome experience in the true divine sense of awesome, full of humility, joy, wonder, intensity, thanksgiving, fulfillment and palpable love, among so many other feelings that words alone cannot capture.” The parish assignments for both priests are expected to be announced on June 27. Candidates for the priesthood, Deacons Russell Bergman (l.) and James O’Rourke, lie prone for the Litany of Supplication. Cindy Schultz photos for The Evangelist.
Calling the priesthood “a ministry of love,” Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger of the Diocese of Albany presided over the Ordination to the Priesthood of Father Russell Bergman and Father James O’Rourke - who were both profiled in last week’s The Evangelist - on June 18 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany. Father O’Rourke celebrated his first Mass at Blessed Sacrament in Albany on June 19, while Father Bergman celebrated his first Mass at Our Lady of Victory in Troy. Father Bergman said of his ordination: “It was beyond comparison to any experience I’ve had in my life. An awesome experience in the true divine sense of awesome, full of humility, joy, wonder, intensity, thanksgiving, fulfillment and palpable love, among so many other feelings that words alone cannot capture.” The parish assignments for both priests are expected to be announced on June 27. Candidates for the priesthood, Deacons Russell Bergman (l.) and James O’Rourke, lie prone for the Litany of Supplication. Cindy Schultz photos for The Evangelist.
Calling the priesthood “a ministry of love,” Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger of the Diocese of Albany presided over the Ordination to the Priesthood of Father Russell Bergman and Father James O’Rourke - who were both profiled in last week’s The Evangelist - on June 18 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany. Father O’Rourke celebrated his first Mass at Blessed Sacrament in Albany on June 19, while Father Bergman celebrated his first Mass at Our Lady of Victory in Troy. Father Bergman said of his ordination: “It was beyond comparison to any experience I’ve had in my life. An awesome experience in the true divine sense of awesome, full of humility, joy, wonder, intensity, thanksgiving, fulfillment and palpable love, among so many other feelings that words alone cannot capture.” The parish assignments for both priests are expected to be announced on June 27. Newly ordained priests, Father Russell Bergman (l.) and Father James O’Rourke (c. with glasses), embrace fellow priests for the Fraternal Kiss of Peace. Cindy Schultz photos for The Evangelist.
Calling the priesthood “a ministry of love,” Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger of the Diocese of Albany presided over the Ordination to the Priesthood of Father Russell Bergman and Father James O’Rourke - who were both profiled in last week’s The Evangelist - on June 18 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany. Father O’Rourke celebrated his first Mass at Blessed Sacrament in Albany on June 19, while Father Bergman celebrated his first Mass at Our Lady of Victory in Troy. Father Bergman said of his ordination: “It was beyond comparison to any experience I’ve had in my life. An awesome experience in the true divine sense of awesome, full of humility, joy, wonder, intensity, thanksgiving, fulfillment and palpable love, among so many other feelings that words alone cannot capture.” The parish assignments for both priests are expected to be announced on June 27. Newly ordained priests, Father Russell Bergman (l.) and Father James O’Rourke, are vested with stole and chasuble. Cindy Schultz photos for The Evangelist.
Calling the priesthood “a ministry of love,” Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger of the Diocese of Albany presided over the Ordination to the Priesthood of Father Russell Bergman and Father James O’Rourke - who were both profiled in last week’s The Evangelist - on June 18 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany. Father O’Rourke celebrated his first Mass at Blessed Sacrament in Albany on June 19, while Father Bergman celebrated his first Mass at Our Lady of Victory in Troy. Father Bergman said of his ordination: “It was beyond comparison to any experience I’ve had in my life. An awesome experience in the true divine sense of awesome, full of humility, joy, wonder, intensity, thanksgiving, fulfillment and palpable love, among so many other feelings that words alone cannot capture.” The parish assignments for both priests are expected to be announced on June 27. Newly ordained priests James O’Rourke (from l.) and Russell Bergman join fellow priests and Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger at the altar for the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Cindy Schultz photos for The Evangelist.
Calling the priesthood “a ministry of love,” Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger of the Diocese of Albany presided over the Ordination to the Priesthood of Father Russell Bergman and Father James O’Rourke - who were both profiled in last week’s The Evangelist - on June 18 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany. Father O’Rourke celebrated his first Mass at Blessed Sacrament in Albany on June 19, while Father Bergman celebrated his first Mass at Our Lady of Victory in Troy. Father Bergman said of his ordination: “It was beyond comparison to any experience I’ve had in my life. An awesome experience in the true divine sense of awesome, full of humility, joy, wonder, intensity, thanksgiving, fulfillment and palpable love, among so many other feelings that words alone cannot capture.” The parish assignments for both priests are expected to be announced on June 27. Newly ordained priests, Father Russell Bergman (l.) and Father James O’Rourke, bless parishioners following their Ordination. Cindy Schultz photos for The Evangelist.
Calling the priesthood “a ministry of love,” Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger of the Diocese of Albany presided over the Ordination to the Priesthood of Father Russell Bergman and Father James O’Rourke - who were both profiled in last week’s The Evangelist - on June 18 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany. Father O’Rourke celebrated his first Mass at Blessed Sacrament in Albany on June 19, while Father Bergman celebrated his first Mass at Our Lady of Victory in Troy. Father Bergman said of his ordination: “It was beyond comparison to any experience I’ve had in my life. An awesome experience in the true divine sense of awesome, full of humility, joy, wonder, intensity, thanksgiving, fulfillment and palpable love, among so many other feelings that words alone cannot capture.” The parish assignments for both priests are expected to be announced on June 27. Newly ordained priest, Father Russell Bergman, hands out Communion to the faithful. Cindy Schultz photos for The Evangelist.
Calling the priesthood “a ministry of love,” Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger of the Diocese of Albany presided over the Ordination to the Priesthood of Father Russell Bergman and Father James O’Rourke - who were both profiled in last week’s The Evangelist - on June 18 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany. Father O’Rourke celebrated his first Mass at Blessed Sacrament in Albany on June 19, while Father Bergman celebrated his first Mass at Our Lady of Victory in Troy. Father Bergman said of his ordination: “It was beyond comparison to any experience I’ve had in my life. An awesome experience in the true divine sense of awesome, full of humility, joy, wonder, intensity, thanksgiving, fulfillment and palpable love, among so many other feelings that words alone cannot capture.” The parish assignments for both priests are expected to be announced on June 27. Newly ordained priests, Father James O;Rourke (l.) and Father Russell Bergman, celebrate after their ordination. Cindy Schultz photos for The Evangelist.
Calling the priesthood “a ministry of love,” Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger of the Diocese of Albany presided over the Ordination to the Priesthood of Father Russell Bergman and Father James O’Rourke - who were both profiled in last week’s The Evangelist - on June 18 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany. Father O’Rourke celebrated his first Mass at Blessed Sacrament in Albany on June 19, while Father Bergman celebrated his first Mass at Our Lady of Victory in Troy. Father Bergman said of his ordination: “It was beyond comparison to any experience I’ve had in my life. An awesome experience in the true divine sense of awesome, full of humility, joy, wonder, intensity, thanksgiving, fulfillment and palpable love, among so many other feelings that words alone cannot capture.” The parish assignments for both priests are expected to be announced on June 27. Candidates for the priesthood, Deacons Russell Bergman (l.) and James O’Rourke, receive the "Laying on of Hands and Prayer of Ordination" from diocesan priests. Cindy Schultz photos for The Evangelist.
Calling the priesthood “a ministry of love,” Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger of the Diocese of Albany presided over the Ordination to the Priesthood of Father Russell Bergman and Father James O’Rourke - who were both profiled in last week’s The Evangelist - on June 18 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany. Father O’Rourke celebrated his first Mass at Blessed Sacrament in Albany on June 19, while Father Bergman celebrated his first Mass at Our Lady of Victory in Troy. Father Bergman said of his ordination: “It was beyond comparison to any experience I’ve had in my life. An awesome experience in the true divine sense of awesome, full of humility, joy, wonder, intensity, thanksgiving, fulfillment and palpable love, among so many other feelings that words alone cannot capture.” The parish assignments for both priests are expected to be announced on June 27. Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger presents the chalice to newly ordained priest Russell Bergman. Cindy Schultz photos for The Evangelist.
