HOLY ORDERS
Holy Orders is the sacrament through which the mission Jesus entrusted to the apostles continues to be carried out in the Church. It includes three degrees: deacon, priest, and bishop. Through this sacrament, a man is given the grace and responsibility to serve the Church through preaching, celebrating the sacraments, and leading God’s people.
As the Catechism of the Catholic Church teaches:
“No one claims this office for himself; he is called to it by God. Anyone who thinks he recognizes the signs of God’s call to the ordained ministry must humbly submit his desire to the authority of the Church, who has the responsibility and right to call someone to receive orders.” (CCC 440)
Feeling Called?
If you believe God may be calling you to the priesthood or diaconate, please contact the parish office to speak with a priest for guidance and discernment.
You can also reach out to the Vocations Office at the Diocese of Calgary by email at:
vocations@calgarydiocese.ca
Questions?
For more information or help, contact sacraments@st-peters.ca.
In the Catechism of the Catholic Church it states: “No one claims this office for himself; he is called to it by God. Anyone who thinks he recognizes the signs of God’s call to the ordained ministry must humbly submit his desire to the authority of the Church, who has the responsibility and right to call someone to receive orders” (CCC, 440).
Diocesan Link for Fr. Cristino Bouvette, Vocation Director. http://www.vocationoffice.com
Should you be hearing the call of Our Blessed Lord, then please phone the parish office and ask to speak to a priest.
