Today, Bishop Mari Parkkinen and her assistants ordained new employees to the Diocese of Mikkeli: three to the priesthood and eleven to the diaconate.
In the joint ordination, the chant was heard loudly and tears of emotion were shed.
Welcome to the work of the Church (from left) Hanna, Piia, Sisko, Minna, Päivi, Tiina, Mervi, Laura, Anne-Mari, Mari, Päivi, Mariina, Kaisu and Riikka.
Blessings and congratulations to the ordained and their families and congregations!