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 Deacon’s

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