In a solemn ceremony held at the Cathedral Church in Victoria, Australia, two young Irish students were ordained to the priesthood by the Bishop of Sale. The ordination took place on the 15th of December last year, and the newly-ordained clergymen are the Reverend James J Hayes, hailing from Ballyregan, Co Limerick, and the Reverend I Sterling, who completed his initial studies at Maynooth.

The occasion marked a significant milestone in the lives of these two young men as they embarked on their journey of service to the church and its community. We extend our warmest congratulations to Reverend Hayes and Reverend Sterling on their ordination and wish them all the best in their future ministry endeavours. May their dedication and faith be a source of inspiration to others.

Limerick Echo – Tuesday 21 February 1905