February 19, 2017

The Sacrament of Holy Orders: A Sacred Calling

At our Baptism, the priest anointed us with sacred chrism and said that we were now identified with Jesus in his roles as priest, prophet, and king. As a priest, we are to offer sacrifice and we do this by participating in the Eucharist, offering both ourselves and the sacrifice of Jesus to the Father. As a prophet, we are to witness to the good news bringing peace and justice to all we meet. And as a king, we are to share in Jesus’ role of ordering all things toward the Father in the Holy Spirit.

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Lily of Purity

I am determined to be a violet of humility, a rose of charity, and a lily of purity for Jesus.

– Blessed Marie-Céline of the Presentation

-from Sisterhood of Saints

 

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