Concelebrating at the altar were Fr. Robert M. Campagna, O.F.M., Provincial Minister; Fr. William Spencer, O.F.M., Visitor General; Fr. Mario Julian, O.F.M., Pastor of St. Anthony’s and Definitor; Fr. Richard Martignetti, O.F.M., Guardian at Ave Maria University where Friar Deacon Joshua lives; and other members of the Provincial Definitorium. Fr. Patrick Boyle, O.F.M., Provincial Vicar, planned the liturgy and served as principal Master of Ceremonies. Music was provided by the St. Anthony music ministers. Friar Josh’s parents, grandmother, and sister were also present, as were many friars, parishioners, and guests. A buffet dinner was served in the hall immediately following the Mass. Bishop Massa gave a beautiful homily, reminding all of the intimate connection of Saint Francis, who himself was a deacon, and the office of deacon- that of service, spiritual and physical. He tied in the importance of the ministry of Pope Francis, who is truly exemplifying a “Franciscan papacy” in his decrees and his emphasis on service to the poor and the needy. Friar Deacon Josh expressed his appreciation: “This evening I feel so blessed to have had Bishop Massa ordain me a Deacon! Beautiful Mass, I'm beyond humbled in every way by how good God is! Thank you so much for your prayers everyone they are so appreciated! Blessings to all!”