Holy Orders
Holy Orders, a Sacrament of Vocation, is a sacrament of service by which some are called by God, through the Church, to be spiritual leaders.
The bishops' laying hands on the one to be ordained and the prayer of consecration which the bishop says over him point to the consecration of the person as bishop, presbyter or deacon. These words and actions also point to the gift of grace of the Holy Spirit to enable the person to carry out his ministry in a holy manner.
(Luke 22.19; Cor 11.24; 1 Tim 4.14; 2 Tim 1.6f; Acts 6.3-6).
Sunday, April 13, 2008
World Day of Prayers for Vocations
Daily Prayer for Vocations:
"Jesus, Lord of the Harvest,
Look with love on this portion of your vineyard
Bless the Diocese of San Diego
With more priests to shepherd your people,
Priests with hearts like your own.
Mary, Mother of the Church, pray for us."