1087. Thus the risen Christ, by giving the Holy Spirit to the apostles, entrusted to them his power of sanctifying:10 they became sacramental signs of Christ. By the power of the same Holy Spirit they entrusted this power to their successors. This “apostolic succession” structures the whole liturgical life of the Church and is itself sacramental, handed on by the sacrament of Holy Orders.
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
336. With what authority is the priestly ministry exercised?
107. Who is invited to come into the Kingdom of God proclaimed and brought about by Jesus?
386. What is the virtue of faith?
163. How are non-Catholic Christians to be considered?
219. What place does the liturgy occupy in the life of the Church?
278. Who is the minister for the celebration of the Eucharist?
586. What does the phrase “Who art in heaven” mean?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What are Deuteronomy’s teachings on gratitude to God?
What is the main message of Jonah’s story and how does it reveal God’s grace?
How to deal with opposition to the truth of the Gospel?
How does the conquest of Canaan in the book of Joshua demonstrate God’s faithfulness?
