Grace, Ordination, and Clergy in Ecclesiastical Hierarchies

This chapter delves into the intricate relationships between grace, ordained priesthood, and clergy roles in ecclesiastical hierarchies. It explores the impact of grace on sacraments, the historical debates surrounding ordained individuals, and the contrasting views between Western and Orthodox traditions on the transformative power of ordination. The discussion also touches on the complexities of defrocking priests, the concept of deposition from the priesthood, and the communal aspect of priesthood roles.