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Matt Crawford’s ordination date set

Matt Crawford
Matt Crawford

Matt Crawford is due to be ordained a priest on Saturday 4 September. The ordination will take place at 11am in his home parish of St Francis Xavier, Whangarei.

Having completed his theology studies, Matt is currently ministering as a Deacon at St Mary of the Angels parish in Wellington.

Looking to go teaching next year, Matt is also attending Wellington Teachers College. At the moment he is “on section” at St Mary’s College.

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