Holy Orders

• What is the main topic discussed in the episode of Catholic Central?

  Holy Orders
• What is Holy Orders in the context of the Catholic Church?

  It is the Sacrament through which the mission entrusted by Christ to His Apostles continues to be exercised in the Church.
• What does Holy Orders do for priests, bishops, and deacons?

  It makes them into priests, bishops, and deacons.
• Why do the rules for Holy Orders matter according to the discussion?

  They maintain the sacrament as truly special and unique.
• How can someone become a priest according to the discussion?

  Through Baptism.
• What mission do all baptized Christians have?

  To make sacrifices and serve others, helping everyone to better know and love God.
• What is the foundation for the ordained priesthood?

  The special mission given to all baptized Christians.
• Who was designated as the high priest of the Levitical priesthood?

  Aaron
• What role did the priest have in ancient Israel?

  Maintained the sacred space of the temple and offered sacrifices on high holy days.
• What significant actions did Jesus perform that relate to the priesthood?

  He forgave sinners, healed the sick, and established the Eucharist at the Last Supper.
• What do Catholics believe about Jesus' baptism by John the Baptist?

  It showed that we need someone and something else to go to God.
• What are the two components that help Catholics approach God?

  Priests and the Sacraments.
• What happened after Jesus' Ascension according to the discussion?

  The Holy Spirit descended on the Apostles.
• How did the Apostles manage their responsibilities?

  They worked with local churches to identify more leaders.
• What term is used for the leaders of regional and local churches?

  Bishops
• What is the role of priests in relation to bishops?

  They assist the local bishop and officiate sacraments and religious services.
• Why are priests referred to as being in persona Christi?

  Because they act in the person of Christ when pronouncing the words of a sacrament.
• What was the original purpose of deacons as mentioned in the discussion?

  To help with the distribution of food.
• What is the process through which the Sacrament of Holy Orders occurs?

  Through a process called ordination.
• What does ordination create in a person?

  A permanent change, sometimes called an indelible mark on the soul.
• What are the three roles one can be ordained into in the Catholic Church?

  Deacon, Priest, and Bishop.
• What can deacons do?

  Preach, witness marriage, and perform baptisms.
• What is the difference between diocesan priests and priests in religious orders?

  Diocesan priests commit to a specific geographical area, while priests in religious orders serve a particular mission.
• What qualities are necessary for someone to become a priest?

  Aptitude for service, a strong life of prayer, intellectual ability, social and psychological maturity, physical ability, and a call from God.
• How is a call to the priesthood confirmed?

  By the community, including a candidate's superiors and bishop.
• What does ordination allow deacons, priests, and bishops to do?

  Give their lives in service to the Church and accompany the faithful in life's joys and sorrows.
• What example does the Sacrament of Holy Orders provide to all Christians?

  How to be Christ to one another, speak the truth, and lead others to faith.
• What is the website mentioned for more information on Holy Orders?

  catholiccentral.com
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• What does Libby mention about her Etsy site?

  It has custom-made holy-water fonts.
• What is the significance of the phrase "in persona Christi" in relation to priests?

  It signifies that priests act in the person of Christ during sacraments.