# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 Ordination to the Priesthood - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 06 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for a joyful and historic celebration as the Diocese of Lafayette gathers for the Ordination to the Priesthood of five of our transitional deacons. The Rite of Ordination to the Holy Priesthood will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist in Lafayette. The Most Reverend Douglas Deshotel will celebrate the Mass and confer the Sacrament of Holy Orders through the laying on of hands and the Prayer of Ordination. All are invited to attend this beautiful liturgy as these men offer their lives in service to Christ and His Church. Those to be ordained are: Deacon Francis Xavier Gyles, a native of Meaux and graduate of North Vermilion High School (2016). He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from St. Joseph Seminary College and a Master of Divinity from Notre Dame Seminary. He is the son of James and Pamela Gyles. Deacon Evan Hebert, raised in Rayne and a graduate of Notre Dame High School in Crowley (2018). He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from St. Joseph Seminary College and a Master of Divinity from Notre Dame Seminary. He is sponsored by St. Joseph Church in Rayne and is the son of Phillip and Kimberly Hebert. Deacon Bret Lee, a native of Esther and graduate of Vermilion Catholic High School in Abbeville (2017). He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from St. Joseph Seminary College and both a Master of Divinity and Bachelor of Sacred Theology from Mount St. Mary’s Seminary. Sponsored by St. Mary Magdalen Church in Abbeville, he is the son of Al and Leisa Lee. Deacon Stephen Melancon, raised in Parks and a graduate of John Paul the Great Academy in Lafayette (2018). He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from St. Joseph Seminary College and a Master of Divinity from Notre Dame Seminary. He is sponsored by St. Joseph Church in Parks and is the son of Margaret and the late Randal Melancon. Deacon Cole Zaunbrecher, a native of Roberts Cove and graduate of Notre Dame High School in Crowley (2018). He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from St. Joseph Seminary College and a Master of Divinity from Mount St. Mary’s Seminary. Sponsored by St. Leo IV Church in Roberts Cove, he is the son of Quentin and Roxanne Zaunbrecher. Please continue to pray for these men as they prepare to be ordained priests for the Diocese of Lafayette. All are welcome to attend. Seating may be limited, so please plan accordingly. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lafayette/2026-ordination-to-the-priesthood/200029971360619 - **Event Categories**: art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 239 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Lafayette - **state**: LA - **country**: United States - **location**: Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist - **lat**: 30.22291 - **long**: -92.02364 - **full address**: Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, 914 Saint John St,Lafayette,LA,United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 Ordination to the Priesthood - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/1d96e738d9c059f0e490ece01bb05fb06219a79b825c671788b8e4c4f0fa29d1-rimg-w1200-h628-dc2a3546-gmir?v=1778814408 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 Ordination to the Priesthood being held? - **A:** 2026 Ordination to the Priesthood takes place on Sat, 06 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 06 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am at Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, 914 Saint John St,Lafayette,LA,United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Ordination to the Priesthood ? - **A:** 2026 Ordination to the Priesthood is organized by Diocese of Lafayette. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Diocese of Lafayette's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Diocese of Lafayette a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Diocese of Lafayette has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 Ordination to the Priesthood is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Lafayette, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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