Ministerial Priesthood and the Priesthood of all believers.

Mr. Pablo Cuadra Religion Class

Sacraments of Service
There are two sacraments of service: A. Holy Orders B. Holy Matrimony

Consacration
This word comes from the Latin. It means: A. To set aside for a holy purpose Through this consecration or ordination the minister of God serves the Church by word and deed.

Jesus the Son of God

Jesus is the perfect mediator The perfect High priest Through Jesus a new covenant is established. A perfect sacrifice is offered A new people is formed A new covenant is created

The Priest
The priest is ordained (incorporated) to act in the person of Christ. The priest makes present Jesus ministry and actions through the ministerial priesthood

The Priest
Through the ministerial priesthood the priest offers: A. Prayers during the Liturgy B. Represents Christ and the Church C. Sanctify us D. Offers the sacraments E. Leads the community of faith.

St. Thomas on the Priesthood

A. Only Christ is the true High Priest B. All others are ministers of Christ The priesthood in the O.T announces Christ. The priesthood in the N.T acts in the person of Christ.

Priesthood of believers
Like Christ we are anointed priest, prophet, and Kings Through baptism we receive the priesthood of all believers.

Priesthood of Believers
Prophet: To announce and to denounce Priest: We have the ability to offer prayers and spiritual sacrifices to God, (holiness) King: We share the promise of eternal life in the kingdom of heaven

Priesthood of believers
Given to all who are baptized We are all call: A. to serve God and neighbor B. To be witnesses C. To live a holy life acceptable to God.

Ministerial priesthood
Is at the service of the common priesthood of believers. It sanctifies the people of God, through the sacraments, word and deeds

Holy Orders
Jesus Chose Apostles (those who are sent) To continue his ministry on earth He gave them the power to act in his name.

Holy Orders
The sacrament of mission through which Christ continues his presence through the ministry of the Bishop and priest. This ministry is exercise until the end of time.

There are three degrees or orders

Episcopate = Bishop Presbyterate = Priest Diaconate = Deacon

Bishops
Episcopos = overseer A. has the fullness of the priesthood B. has the power to ordain, to teach, to rule C. Successors of the Apostles D. With the Pope guide the people of God to holiness, truth and the experience of God (Magisterium).

Priest
Presbyter = elder Priest are incorporated into the priesthood of Christ A. They represent the bishop (subordinates) B. They have the power to preach, and celebrate the sacraments and lead the people in worship.

Deacons
There are two types Transitional = those studying for the priesthood (celibate) Permanent = Married or single Men who wish to serve the Church as ministers Deacons do not share in the priesthood. They are ordain to ministry (service).

Deacons
Some of the Deacons functions are: Preach Baptize Proclaim the word of God Witness marriage union Lead funerals Assist the Bishop or the priest in the liturgy Serve as chaplains

Sunday
The day of the Lord is the perfect day for the celebration of Holy Orders The faithful is invited to participate at ordinations.

Effects
Strength Grace INDELABLE MARK = to act in the person of Christ

The End