Celebrating the Ordination to the Priesthood of Christopher Brolly SJ

June 1, 2026

The British Province of the Society of Jesus is pleased to announce the upcoming Ordination to the Priesthood of Deacon Christopher Martin Brolly SJ.

This joyful milestone marks a significant step in Christopher's journey of service, faith, and companionship within the Society of Jesus.

The Ordination Mass will be celebrated by the Rt Rev. Stephen Wright, Bishop of Hexham and Newcastle, on Saturday, 13 June 2026 at 1:00 pm at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Cathedral, Newcastle.

Christopher was ordained to the diaconate in September at Boston College and now looks forward to this next step in his ministry.

For those who are unable to attend the ceremony in person, we warmly invite you to join us in spirit and prayer from afar. The entire service will be broadcast live online.

Watch the Livestream of the Ordination here.

Christopher's first Mass will be celebrated at 11:00am on Sunday 14 June at St Robert's Catholic Church, Fenham, Newcastle upon Tyne, and will be livestreamed online here.

Please keep Christopher in your prayers during these final days of preparation as he steps into this new chapter of ministry.

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