On Friday, 30th May, Deacon Daniel Sultana, who hails from the parish of Maria Bambina at Xagħra, was ordained priest by Bishop Mgr Mario Grech, at the Cathedral of The Assumption of Our Lady, in Victoria.
A number of priests, members of the community of Seminary, members of the community of the Xagħra parish and many others accompanied Daniel in this greatest moment of his life. Many listeners tuned in on Radju Marija to follow the ceremony.
On the eve of the ordination, the Gozo Church invited its members to join Daniel at the Seminary for an evening of prayer. The celebration was transmitted live on Radju Marija. Two very important moments characterised the evening. The first part was dedicated to the Liturgy of the Word. After readings form the Bible, Rector Fr Daniel Sultana delivered a homily related with the readings. Moments of adoration followed. Then the congregation joined Daniel in praying to the Lord to accompany him on this new mission to which he has been assigned through priesthood.
Following the Eucharistic Blessing, the Host was taken in procession to the Seminary chapel for adoration through the night. Bishop Mario Grech closed the evening of prayer with a message related with the occasion.
