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
146. How do Christ and his Spirit act in the hearts of the faithful?
559. In the Church are there different ways of praying?
348. When does the Church allow the physical separation of spouses?
240. What is the purpose of holy images?
516. What is the task of business management?
11. Why and in what way is divine revelation transmitted?
237. From where do the sacramental signs come?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
How does Ruth’s story teach us about integrity and honesty?
What does the image of the river of life in Ezekiel (Ezekiel 47) represent?
The Quest for Divine Justice: Tobias’ Example Against Israel’s Oppressors
The Woman and the Dragon: The Struggle Between Good and Evil (Revelation 12:1-17)
Jacob’s Wrestle with God: What is the significance of this story for us today?
How important is God’s love to our lives, according to 1 John 4:8?
