The Theatine Lucas Mendes Gabriel, CR, Will Be Ordained a Priest in Brazil
The Theatine Province “Paul VI” of Brazil of the Order of Clerics Regular Theatines invites everyone to participate in the solemn Eucharistic celebration during which Deacon Lucas Mendes Gabriel, CR, will be ordained a priest in the service of God and the Holy Church.
The celebration will take place on November 20, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., at São Pedro e São Paulo Parish, located in Lençóis Paulista, in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. The ordination will be conferred through the laying on of hands and the prayer of ordination by His Most Reverend Excellency, Bishop Manoel Ferreira dos Santos Júnior, MSC, diocesan bishop of Registro.
This event represents a moment of special joy for the Theatine family, the religious community, and the faithful who accompany the vocational journey of the future priest, called to dedicate his life to the service of God and His Church.
In addition, the first Masses of the newly ordained priest will be celebrated:
- November 21, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.: São Pedro e São Paulo Parish, Lençóis Paulista, São Paulo.
- November 25, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.: São Benedito Parish, Ituiutaba, Minas Gerais.
The Order of Clerics Regular Theatines and the Theatine Province “Paul VI” of Brazil express their gratitude for the prayers and support of all the faithful during this significant moment and invite the community to unite in prayer for the priestly ministry of Lucas Mendes Gabriel, CR.
“It was not you who chose me, but I who chose you” (Jn 15:16).
