Sunday 28 August 2016 saw a further round of celebrations at Mass when four young seminarians - David, Felix, Fredrick and Patrick - were enrolled as "Serious Candidates" for the priesthood. This stage in their training for the priesthood marks the commencement of the final year of their formation before they are ordained to the Diaconate next summer.
Their families presented them to Bishop Sanctus and were warmly thanked for their generosity it supporting their sons in their vocation to the priesthood. Their "gift" was received with huge applause and singing from the congregation.
"Serious Candidates" Felix and Patrick are presented to Bishop Sanctus by their families
Bishop Sanctus prepares to give the "Serious Candidates" his blessing
As seems to be the case with any important event in Uganda, the presentation of certificates forms an important part. This tradition was followed on Sunday with the four "not so serious" Serious Candidates (Bishop Sanctus made this comment as the candidates were clearly delighted to have reached this stage in their formation and smiling and enthusiastically applauding each other).
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