The morning of Oct. 20 was one of celebration as two parishes in the Diocese saw the formal installations of their pastors. Above: in Vineland, Father Joseph Ganiel was installed by Bishop Dennis Sullivan as pastor of Saint Padre Pio Parish. In addition to reciting and signing the Oath of Fidelity and formally greeting parish leadership teams, Father Ganiel enjoyed laughs and shook hands with the faithful outside Our Lady of Pompeii Church after Mass.
Photo Gallery: Pastor Installations
Below: Meanwhile, in Collings Lakes, Coadjutor Bishop Joseph Williams celebrated the Mass of Installation for Father Steven Pinzon, officially welcoming him as the new pastor of Our Lady of the Lakes Parish. Father Pinzon also pledged the Oath of Fidelity and greeted his dedicated staff, after which Bishop Williams remarked that this was a day of great joy for the parish. He emphasized the mutual commitment: while Father Pinzon is entrusted with providing pastoral leadership, the parish community is equally called to offer him guidance and spiritual support.
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