Holy Orders in Christian Theology
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What does the bread represent in the Last Supper according to Luke 22:19-20?

  • The forgiveness of sins
  • Jesus' body, which will be given for the disciples (correct)
  • The Holy Spirit
  • The new covenant in Jesus' blood

    • Who are ordained by the bishop in the sacrament of Holy Orders?

  • Bishops and deacons
  • Deacons and priests (correct)
  • Priests and the Pope
  • The Pope and the Cardinals

    • What is the matter of the sacrament of Holy Orders?

  • Laying on of hands only
  • Anointing with holy oil
  • Imposition of hands and prayer of consecration (correct)
  • Prayer of consecration only

    • What is a requirement for candidates for ordination?

    <p>Being Catholic, male, and celibate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are women not ordained in the sacrament of Holy Orders?

    <p>Because Jesus chose only men as apostles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the highest degree of the sacrament of Holy Orders?

    <p>Episcopate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary source of strength for the presbyterate's ministry?

    <p>The Eucharist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the sacraments, according to the text?

    <p>For the salvation of mankind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the sacrament that is instituted for the forgiveness of sins?

    <p>Reconciliation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the minister of the sacrament of Holy Orders?

    <p>The bishop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the sacrament that is instituted for the healing of the sick?

    <p>Anointing of the Sick</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the special outpouring of the Holy Spirit that occurs in the sacrament of Holy Orders?

    <p>Configuration to Christ</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the competent minister of the sacrament of reconciliation?

    <p>A priest with the faculty to absolve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the matter of the sacrament of reconciliation?

    <p>The acts of the penitent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three conditions for mortal sin?

    <p>Gravity, knowledge, and consent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of dying with mortal sin on one's soul?

    <p>Hell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between mortal sin and venial sin?

    <p>Mortal sin is a fundamental choice against God, while venial sin is a less serious rejection of God's love</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula or words of absolution in the sacrament of reconciliation?

    <p>I absolve you from your sins, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Holy Orders

    • Confers on the recipient the offices of teaching, sanctifying, and ruling.
    • The presbyterate is a co-worker of the bishop, consecrated to preach the gospel, celebrate divine worship, especially the Eucharist.
    • The ministry draws its strength from the Eucharist.

    Characteristics of Holy Orders

    • It is a Sacrament, a sensible sign instituted by Christ.
    • The sign is the imposition of hands, accompanied by the prayer of consecration.
    • It confers a special outpouring of the Holy Spirit, configuring the recipient to Christ in his triple office as Priest, Prophet, and King.

    Ministry of the Recipient

    • Teaching through catechesis and preaching.
    • Sanctifying through the Mass and the Liturgy of the Hours.
    • Governing by taking care of the People of God with love, competence, and a spirit of service.

    The Minister of Holy Orders

    • The bishop is the ordinary minister of Holy Orders.
    • Deacons and priests are ordained by the bishop.

    Requirements for Ordination

    • Candidates must be Catholic, male, and celibate.
    • They must have a sure vocation from God, and have completed all required philosophical and theological studies.
    • They must be approved by the Church.

    Note on Women's Ordination

    • Women cannot be ordained, as Jesus chose only men among the twelve apostles.

    Degrees of Holy Orders

    • The episcopate: the legitimate successor of the apostles, with the duty to guide their diocese as holy shepherds.
    • The competent minister of this sacrament is a priest who has the faculty to absolve.
    • All priests, however, can absolve validly and licitly in danger of death.

    Reconciliation

    • It is a sacrament that forgives sins, and reconciles us with God.
    • The matter is the acts of the penitent: contrition, confession, and the act of penance.
    • The formula is the absolution: "I absolve you from your sins, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit."

    Sin

    • It is an offense against God in disobedience to his love.
    • There are two kinds of sin: original sin and actual sin.
    • Original sin is the sin of Adam that brought about evil effects on the human race.
    • Actual or personal sin is a fundamental choice against God.
    • Mortal sin means grave or serious sin, and has three conditions.
    • Venial sin is a less serious rejection of God's love.

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    This quiz covers the sacrament of Holy Orders, its significance, and the roles of priests in the Christian faith. It explores the offices of teaching, sanctifying, and ruling, and the special outpouring of the Holy Spirit.

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