1551. This priesthood is ministerial. “That office . . . which the Lord committed to the pastors of his people, is in the strict sense of the term a service.”28 It is entirely related to Christ and to men. It depends entirely on Christ and on his unique priesthood; it has been instituted for the good of men and the communion of the Church. the sacrament of Holy Orders communicates a “sacred power” which is none other than that of Christ. the exercise of this authority must therefore be measured against the model of Christ, who by love made himself the least and the servant of all.29 “The Lord said clearly that concern for his flock was proof of love for him.”30
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
456. What is the nature of the family in the plan of God?
172. Why must the Church proclaim the Gospel to the whole world?
317. Who administers this sacrament?
87. In what way is Jesus Christ true God and true man?
249. Is everything immutable in the liturgy?
359. How do we attain beatitude?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What does the promise of salvation amid darkness in Micah 7:7 mean?
What was David’s attitude toward Mephibosheth, and what can we learn from this story?
What does the Bible say about God’s judgment and justice?
What is the importance of humility and repentance according to the book of Baruch?
The Light of the World: Jesus is the light that illuminates the darkness (John 8:12)
What does Malachi 4:1 say about the punishment of the wicked?
