Blessings, Deacon Chris!

Apr
22
2014
By Anonymous (not verified)
Known as the Marians' "Energizer bunny," Deacon Chris Alar, MIC, will soon be called Fr. Chris Alar, MIC.

The Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception are pleased to announce that Deacon Chris will profess his priestly vows on Saturday, May 31, at St. Ann's Catholic Parish in Lenox, Mass.

Have you got a message to send Deacon Chris? Congrats? Prayers? We invite you to do so down below.

Also, if you would like to make a donation to the Marians' seminarian fund in Deacon Chris' honor, please visit marian.org/seminarians.

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