Paragraph 1599

1599. In the Latin Church the sacrament of Holy Orders for the presbyterate is normally conferred only on candidates who are ready to embrace celibacy freely and who publicly manifest their intention of staying celibate for the love of God’s kingdom and the service of men.


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

143. What is the relationship between the Spirit and Christ Jesus in his earthly mission?

125. What is the “hell” into which Jesus descended?

364. What is the relationship between freedom and responsibility?

374. How is a moral conscience formed to be upright and truthful?

257. Who can receive Baptism?

5. How can we speak about God?

417. Is such a law perceived by everyone?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

What is the Final Judgment according to Joel 3:14-16?

Moses’ Leadership: What do Moses’ life and example teach us about leadership, faith, and obedience to God? (Numbers 12)

What is the divine nature of Jesus Christ, as described in Mark 1:1?

What does the statement “God is just and faithful to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness” in 1 John 1:9 mean?

What is the role of divine providence in the lives of the faithful? Can we find examples of this in the book of Tobias?

What is the role of church leaders according to Ephesians 4:11-12?

What is the importance of being faithful to sound doctrine?