Bishop Alfred Schlert ordained six Transitional Deacons on May 17, 2025, in the Cathedral of St. Catharine of Siena, Allentown. This was the largest class ordained to the Transitional Diaconate since 1981.
Congratulations and God Bless to:
- Reverend Mr. Dominic Civitella of St. Jane Frances de Chantal Parish, Easton
- Reverend Mr. Tyler Davis of Assumption BVM Parish, Bethlehem; grew up in Coopersburg Converted to Catholicism while a student at DeSales University
- Reverend Mr. Tyler Loch ofHoly Trinity Parish, Whitehall; grew up in Ironton
- Reverend Mr. Anh do Mai of St. Paul Parish, Reading; Born and lived in Vietnam until his family moved to Reading in 2006
- Reverend Mr. Hy Gia Ngô of Sacred Heart Parish, West Reading; grew up in Bien Hoa City, south of Vietnam. His home parish in Vietnam is also called “Sacred Heart”
- Reverend Mr. Jeffrey Tomczyk of St. Catharine of Siena, Reading; Raised in Youngstown, Ohio
A Call for Continued Seminary Endowment Fund Support
The path to priesthood is one of profound dedication and commitment, and it often requires substantial financial support. The Catholic Foundation manages three Seminarian education endowment funds:
- Seminary Education Endowment Fund
- Reverend Monsignor Robert F. Kozel Seminary Endowment Fund
- Dr. Bonita Bachl Seminarian Education Endowment Fund
As we celebrate the ordination of these six Transitional Deacons, let us also recognize the importance of sustaining the journey for future seminarians. By investing in the future leaders of the Church, you help nurture and sustain the spiritual and pastoral life of the Catholic community.
Donations to the Dr. Bonita Bachl Seminarian Education Endowment Fund, the Seminary Education Endowment Fund, and the Reverend Monsignor Robert F. Kozel Seminary Education Endowment Fund directly contribute to the education and formation of future priests. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps to create a lasting impact on the Church and its mission.
