877. Likewise, it belongs to the sacramental nature of ecclesial ministry that it have a collegial character. In fact, from the beginning of his ministry, the Lord Jesus instituted the Twelve as “the seeds of the new Israel and the beginning of the sacred hierarchy.”395 Chosen together, they were also sent out together, and their fraternal unity would be at the service of the fraternal communion of all the faithful: they would reflect and witness to the communion of the divine persons.396 For this reason every bishop exercises his ministry from within the episcopal college, in communion with the bishop of Rome, the successor of St. Peter and head of the college. So also priests exercise their ministry from within the presbyterium of the diocese, under the direction of their bishop.
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
145. What does the Spirit do in the Church?
561. What is the role of the Holy Spirit in prayer?
497. When is it moral to regulate births?
434. “Teacher, what good must I do to have eternal life?” (Matthew 19:16).
45. Can the mystery of the Most Holy Trinity be known by the light of human reason alone?
159. Why is the Church called the temple of the Holy Spirit?
527. What is required by the ninth commandment?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What does it mean to submit to God’s discipline, according to Hebrews 12:5-11?
What are Deuteronomy’s teachings on gratitude to God?
How important is the reorganization of the Jerusalem temple described in 2 Maccabees 10:1-9?
What does 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 teach us about generosity and prosperity?
Christ’s Return: What Do We Know and What Do We Hope (2 Thessalonians 2:1-12)?
