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St. Matthias Installs New Parish Priest

October 13, 2025 Religion

NEW PARISH LEADER – The Rev. Tom Lanza greets St. Matthias parishioners after his installation ceremony on October 12.

The Catholic Community of St. Matthias’ faithful filled the pews October 12 for the Rite of Installation of its new parish priest, The Rev. Thomas Lanza.

Lanza succeeds The Rev. Abraham Orapankal, who served as the parish priest since 2018.

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