876. Intrinsically linked to the sacramental nature of ecclesial ministry is its character as service. Entirely dependent on Christ who gives mission and authority, ministers are truly “slaves of Christ,”392 in the image of him who freely took “the form of a slave” for us.393 Because the word and grace of which they are ministers are not their own, but are given to them by Christ for the sake of others, they must freely become the slaves of all.394
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
145. What does the Spirit do in the Church?
255. Starting when and to whom has the Church administered Baptism?
130. How is the Resurrection the work of the Most Holy Trinity?
574. What are the difficulties in prayer?
376. Can a moral conscience make erroneous judgments?
505. What is the purpose of private property?
64. What kind of bond exists between created things?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What is the role of faith in the midst of suffering, according to Job 13:15-16?
What does the Song of Songs teach us about the search for the loved one?
What can we learn about divine wrath and protection of the righteous from the book of Nahum?
How important is Esther’s purpose and mission in Esther 4:14?
What is the Blood Moon prophecy of Joel 2:30-31 in the Bible?
What are 5 important lessons about wisdom found in Baruch 3:9-12?
