1580. In the Eastern Churches a different discipline has been in force for many centuries: while bishops are chosen solely from among celibates, married men can be ordained as deacons and priests. This practice has long been considered legitimate; these priests exercise a fruitful ministry within their communities.73 Moreover, priestly celibacy is held in great honor in the Eastern Churches and many priests have freely chosen it for the sake of the Kingdom of God. In the East as in the West a man who has already received the sacrament of Holy Orders can no longer marry.
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128. Why is the Resurrection at the same time a transcendent occurrence?
97. How does Mary cooperate in the divine plan of salvation?
575. How may we strengthen our filial trust?
523. What is forbidden by the eighth commandment?
229. Why are the sacraments efficacious?
326. What is the effect of episcopal ordination?
395. When does one commit a mortal sin?
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