2. Minister of Holy Orders
The minister of Holy Orders is the bishop.
“All bishops have the power to pass on the three
ministries of bishop, priest, and deacon.”
(Introduction to Catholicism: A Complete Course)
3. How do we celebrate Holy Orders?
This sacrament is usually celebrated on a Sunday Mass.
The Church also welcomes as many lay people as
possible.
The essential rites is the laying of hands on the head of
the ordinand. (Introduction to Catholicism: A
Complete Course)
4. Requirements to receive Holy
Orders
You must:
Be a baptized male of excellent character.
Have a interior and exterior calling.
Have necessary knowledge of the nature of Holy Orders.
Be the proper age, currently set at 24 years.
Have a commitment to lifelong celibacy, except for
permanent deacons.
Study theology and be otherwise trained in his
profession, in respect for his proper office. (Introduction to
Catholicism: A Complete Course)
5. Pope John Paul II
Pope John Paul II entered the seminary when Poland
was occupied by Nazi Germany.
He said that the priesthood was a “wondrous
exchange” between God and man.
While he was escaping the Nazis, he believed the Lord
wanted him to become a priest. (Introduction to
Catholicism: A Complete Course)
6. The Role of Priests
The priest’s role is to assist and obey the orders of the
bishop.
They have the ability to administer the Sacraments of
Reconciliation, Eucharist, Baptism, Anointing of the
Sick, and even Confirmation. (Introduction to
Catholicism: A Complete Course)