Society of African Missions (SMA) : Dermot Roache’s First Oath: On the Path to Priesthood

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	Dermot Roache’s First Oath: On the Path to Priesthood

	SMA seminarian Dermot Roache made his first oath of temporary commitment to the Society of African Missions on May 16, 2004 at SMA Provincial Headquarters in Tenafly, New Jersey. Friends and family gathered for the noon Mass at St. Anthony’s Chapel here, concelebrated by SMA fathers of the American Province. Following the homily of the Mass, preached by the main celebrant, Fr. Thomas Wright, SMA Provincial Superior, Fr. Tom administered the oath to Dermot. “Welcome to SMA,” said Fr. Tom whose inspiring remarks told Dermot he was “a blessing to the Society.” The moment was greeting with enthusiastic applause from the assembly. A reception in the SMA Main Hall followed the Mass.


	Dermot Roache takes the oath of temporary commitment to SMA, administered by Father Thomas Wright, SMA Provincial Superior, USA


	Dermot signs his commitment papers after Mass while Father Thomas Wright, SMA (left) and Father Abu Cole, SMA look on.


	Dermot and his parents Mary and John relax together following Mass in the SMA garden at Provincial Headquarters.

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