Holy Orders: A Sacrament of Service (Catechism Series Part 27) - Auspice Maria Ep 57

Auspice Maria with Bishop James Ruggieri

Bishop James Ruggieri turns to the sacrament of Holy Orders, opening a new chapter of the Catechism on the sacraments at the service of communion. He traces how Christ continues his apostolic mission through bishops, priests, and deacons, and explains the three degrees of ordained ministry and how each serves the Church in a distinct way. Drawing on Scripture and the Second Vatican Council, he shows how the ministerial priesthood exists to serve the common priesthood of all the baptized, not to stand apart from it. Bishop Ruggieri also addresses who can receive Holy Orders and closes with a reminder that Holy Orders is rooted in service, not status. A full transcript can be found on our website at https://portlanddiocese.org/news/auspice-maria-ep-57

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Auspice Maria (meaning "under the protection of Mary") is Bishop James Ruggieri's weekly podcast. Listen along to hear answers to questions we all face every day. Each week, Bishop Ruggieri discuses an aspect of the Catholic faith and applies it to our current lives.

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