The Ordination









                     Mgr. Toal entering the Cathedral       
 





Entrance Procession: Cardinal O'Brien and Bishops

(photos:Christine MacIntyre)






Mgr. Toal presents himself for ordination

The Cardinal asks the Bishop-elect a series of questions on his resolve to uphold the faith and to discharge his duties faithfully






The Book of the Gospels is placed over the head of the Bishop-elect






Cardinal O'Brien places the mitre on the head of the new Bishop

(photos: Anthony MacMillan)





Bishop Toal is presented with his episcopal ring and pastoral staff

(photo: Paul McSherry)





Bishop Toal takes his place at the Bishop's throne in
St. Columba's Cathedral, Oban,
 the seat of the Bishop of Argyll and the Isles







Members of Bishop Joseph's family present the Gifts

(photos: Anthony MacMillan)








Bishop Toal is welcomed by the Bishops of Scotland

(photo: Paul McSherry)



Comments (3)

Judith Spellman
Said this on 23-12-2008 At 11:22 pm
Thank you for a lovely pictorial record of our Bishop's episcopal ordination, and just enough words!
Alan Jasperson
Said this on 30-12-2008 At 11:42 pm
Congratulations to Bishop Joe!!!!
Your cousins in Canada are very proud of you and your appointment! God bless.
Edith Woods
Said this on 12-01-2010 At 12:23 pm
I have loved viewing this pesentation. Thank you
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