Friday 12June, the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, was the occasion for the annual Celebration of Priesthood. Bishop Marcus led the Mass at Leeds Cathedral which marked this very special date in the diocesan calendar. He was joined by a large number of concelebrating clergy, including those priests celebrating a jubilee of ordination during 2026.
Platinum (70 Years) Father Eugene Pathe.
Diamond (60 Years) Canon Sean Durcan and Canon Sean Gilligan
Golden (50 Years) Father Anthony Fenton and Father Anthony Wilson
Ruby (40 Years) Canon Ian Smith – Monsignor Paul Owens – Monsignor Andrew Summersgill
Silver (25 Years) Canon Martin Kelly – Father Sean Parson
