Welcome to St. James Cathedral on this joy filled day as we are about to ordain Derek Saldanha, our brother, to the priesthood. I extend a very special welcome to your parents, Agnelo and Lavita, your

Welcome to St. James Cathedral on this joy filled day as we are about to ordain Derek Saldanha, our brother, to the priesthood. I extend a very special welcome to your parents, Agnelo and Lavita, your brother David, family and friends who join us here today from Melbourne to Cameroon. The priests and deacons of the Diocese of Orlando and visiting priests from other Dioceses; welcome. Classmates of Derek who have been ordained and those who will be ordained in the future; welcome. Welcome all seminarians and young people, you are about to witness this beautiful Rite of Ordination. I hope and pray it is a source of inspiration for you in your vocation to the priesthood and religious life. Those who will be joining us from other parts of the Diocese and the world; especially from India; we welcome you on the internet by way of live stream.