Holy Orders
Sacrament Of Holy Orders: Service Through Sacred Ministry
Holy Orders confers the grace and mission to serve the Church as bishops, priests, or deacons (CCC 1536). Ordination by the bishop involves the laying on of hands and prayer invoking the Holy Spirit for ministry.
Deacons: Serve by preaching, baptizing, assisting at Mass, and witnessing marriages.
Priests: Celebrate the Eucharist, hear confessions, anoint the sick, and preach.
Bishops: Shepherd the Church and confer Confirmation and Holy Orders.
The Symbols of Sacrament of Holy Orders
- Laying on of hands
- Prayer of consecration
- Chalice and paten (priests)
- Stole and chasuble (vestments)
For further information or parish support in preparing for any Sacrament, please contact our Parish Office at +2342012954238.
We joyfully accompany you on your sacramental journey in the grace and peace of our Lord Jesus Christ.