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Deacons are excited and ready for priesthood

05/07/2025 by Hawaii Catholic Herald

By Celia K. Downes Hawaii Catholic Herald For Deacon Preston Castro and Deacon Lawrence “Larry” Denis III, the last few weeks before their priestly ordinations have been filled with prayer, anticipation and preparation. Spiritual preparation, of course, but also logistical preparation: Before the priesthood comes final exams, seminary graduation and moving back home to Hawaii […]

Filed Under: Features, Local News, Ordination Tagged With: Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa, Deacon Lawrence "Larry" Denis III, Deacon Preston Castro, Hilo, St. Joseph, Waipahu

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