Crash Course Catholicism 24 - Holy Orders
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Apr 17, 2022 This podcast explores the sacrament of Holy Orders in Catholicism, including the role of priests, bishops, and deacons. The hosts discuss the theological reasons behind the Church's stance on women's ordination and provide further resources for those interested. The responsibilities of priests and their connection to Christ's sacrifice on the cross are also explored.
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Sacraments Serve Others
- The last two sacraments, Holy Orders and Matrimony, serve others by contributing to their salvation.
- Personal holiness is linked to serving others; even hermits contribute through prayer and mortification.
Christ as Ultimate Priest
- Christ is the one ultimate priest and the one ultimate sacrifice, fulfilling Old Testament sacrifices.
- We all participate in Christ's common priesthood, but ministerial priests represent Christ to offer sacrifice in the Mass.
Ministerial Priesthood's Role
- The ministerial priesthood makes present the one priesthood of Christ.
- Priests serve the community primarily by representing Christ in the Mass and administering sacraments.