The Liturgy of Ordination to the

Order of Deacon

SATURDAY OF THE FIFTH WEEK OF LENT

Joseph Christopher Rielage

Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption

Covington, Kentucky

Saturday, April 4, 2020 10:00 AM

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Introductory Rites

PROCESSIONAL

GREETING

CONFITEOR

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KYRIE ELEISON

GLORIA

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COLLECT

Liturgy of the Word

FIRST READING Acts 6:1-7b

RESPONSORIAL PSALM Psalm 16

You are my inheritance, O Lord.

SECOND READING Timothy 3:8-10, 12-13

GOSPEL ACCLAMATION

GOSPEL Matthew 20:25b-28

Please remain standing after the Gospel is read for the

Blessing with the Book of the Gospels.

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Rite of Ordination to the Order of Deacon CALLING OF THE CANDIDATE (Please sit)

The candidate is called by the Church to serve God’s people. He answers by

affirming his presence, readiness and willingness.

PRESENTATION OF THE CANDIDATE

Very Reverend Daniel L. Schomaker, Vicar General, in the name of the local

Church, requests the Bishop to ordain this candidate.

ELECTION BY THE BISHOP AND ASSENT OF THE PEOPLE

Bishop: “Relying on the help of the Lord God and our Savior Jesus Christ,

we choose this, our brother, for the Order of the Diaconate.”

All: Thanks be to God. (Applause)

HOMILY Most Reverend Roger J. Foys, D.D. Bishop of Covington

PROMISE OF THE ELECT

The candidate, in the presence of the Bishop and all the faithful, expresses his

resolve to carry out this office in accord with the mind of Christ and the

Church under the direction of the Bishop.

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LITANY OF SUPPLICATION (Please kneel)

In the litany, all present plead for God’s grace for the candidate.

Cantors: Lord, have mercy. .......................... All: Lord, have mercy.

Cantors: Christ, have mercy. ........................ All: Christ, have mercy.

Cantors: Lord, have mercy. .......................... All: Lord, have mercy.

Cantors: Holy Mary, Mother of God. ........... All: Pray for us.

Cantors: All holy men and women,

Saints of God... ............................... All: Pray for us.

Cantors: Lord, be merciful. ........................... All: Lord, deliver us we pray.

Cantors: By the outpouring of

the Holy Spirit. ............................... All: Lord, deliver us we pray.

Cantors: Be merciful to us sinners. ................ All: Lord, we ask you,

hear our prayer.

Cantors: Jesus, Son of the living God. ......... All: Lord, we ask you,

hear our prayer.

Cantors: Christ, hear us. ................................ All: Christ, hear us.

Cantors: Christ, graciously hear us. ............... All: Christ, graciously hear us.

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LAYING ON OF HANDS AND PRAYER OF ORDINATION (Please stand)

Through the laying on of hands by the Bishop and the Prayer of Ordination,

the gift of the Holy Spirit for the Office of Deacon is conferred on the

candidate. The following words belong to the nature of the rite and are

consequently required for the validity of the act: “Send forth upon him, Lord,

we pray, the Holy Spirit, that he may be strengthened by the gift of your

sevenfold grace for the faithful carrying out of the work of the ministry.”

INVESTITURE WITH THE STOLE AND DALMATIC (Please sit)

The newly ordained is invested with the stole, the sign of the deacon’s office,

and the dalmatic, the outer garment that symbolizes humble service.

HANDING ON OF THE BOOK OF GOSPELS

It is the duty of the deacon to proclaim the Gospel and preach its meaning by

word and example. The Handing On of the Book of Gospels signifies the office

of the deacon to proclaim the Gospel in liturgical celebrations and to preach

the faith of the Church in word and deed.

SIGN OF PEACE

By the fraternal kiss the Bishop seals, so to speak, the deacon’s admittance

into his ministry. By the fraternal kiss the deacons present welcome the newly

Ordained to a common ministry in their Order.

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Liturgy of the Eucharist

PREPARATION OF THE GIFTS

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HOLY, HOLY, HOLY

MYSTERY OF FAITH

AGNUS DEI

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COMMUNION HYMN

PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION

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Concluding Rite

ST. MICHAEL the ARCHANGEL PRAYER St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle.

Be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the Devil.

May God rebuke him, we humbly pray,

and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly hosts,

by the power of God,

thrust into hell Satan, and all the evil spirits,

who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls.

Amen

SOLEMN BLESSING and DISMISSAL

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ANTIPHON TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY

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RECESSIONAL HYMN

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Ministers of the Celebration

Celebrant

Most Reverend Roger J. Foys, D.D. Bishop of Covington, Ordaining Prelate

Deacon

Deacon Jordan M. Hainsey

Vesting Minister

Deacon Jordan M. Hainsey

Server

Mr. Devin Heffernan

Seminarian

Lector

Mr. Devin Heffernan

Seminarian

Presenters of the Gifts

Dr. Chris & Mrs. Melissa Ruhnke

Sister and Brother-in-law of Joseph Rielage

Masters of Ceremonies

Very Reverend Daniel L. Schomaker Vicar for Episcopal Ceremonies

Reverend Joseph C. Shelton Episcopal Master of Ceremonies

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It is with humble gratitude to all of you that I am here today. Everyone present

has been with me along this journey. No matter how long I have known you-all my

life, or for just a day- you have been a tremendous influence on me and for which I am

profoundly grateful. I owe a great deal of thanks to my family and friends. The

encouragement and support you have given to me from the very beginning has been

overwhelming. The sacrifices you made to ensure my successful journey over the

rough seas of life have truly touched me. Thank you.

I would like to give special thanks to my parents. Although they have been

called to eternal life, I am certain that they are here among us today. Without the

sacrifices they made, the love they showed to me, and the values and morals which

they instilled in me, I would not be the person I am. Thanks Mom and Dad from the

bottom of my heart.

Thanks also to the Diocesan Curia staff who have worked so hard in planning

this day, and going above and beyond to make sure that it goes smoothly.

To the clergy and religious serving the Diocese of Covington, thank you!

Whether I have worked with you or not, I know that you have been there for me and

encouraging me through your prayers and sacrifices.

Bishop Foys, thank you for being such a kind and understanding father to me.

No words can express how much I appreciate the love you have shown me and the

support you have given to me throughout my journey.

Finally, I would like to give sincere thanks to God for the gift of my life, my

vocation, my family and friends, and for all the faithful of the diocese. Without your

prayers and the knowledge of his love for me and each of you, this day would not be

possible. Please be assured of my prayers for you, and please pray for me.

In the Peace and Love of Christ,

Deacon Joe

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