1. Holy Orders (the Ordained Ministry) Pries t Deaco n Bishop What do these three all have in common ? What are their differences ?

2. Holy Orders To K what being Priesthood involves To U why taking Holy Orders is important To reflect on why some Christians take Holy Orders

3. Video: Called to Priesthood What work does he do as a priest ? “You did not choose Me, no, I chose you, and I commissioned you…” Jn 15:16

4. Why are Holy Orders important ? God wants it : a call from God they couldn’t ignore A way of showing Vocation (the 3 signs?) Sharing in Christ’s mission in a special way, to build up the Kingdom of God : – Teaching / preaching – Celebrating the sacraments: giving spiritual strength, healing & nourishment. – Serving the needs of the people of his parish as an ordained minister. Which, if any, of these reasons helps to explain the requirement for celibacy (for a priest or bishop?)

5. Explain what Priesthood means, using the quotes below. Luke 22:19 Matthew 20:26-28 John 20:19-23 Hebrews 5:1, 4 Which of these descriptions sums up for you the essence of what priesthood is about ? Explain.

6. Luke 22:19 19 And he took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them, saying, “This is my body given for you; do this in remembrance of me.” Matthew 20:26-28 The Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many. John 20:19-23 As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” And with that he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit. Those whose sins you forgive, they are forgiven; those whose sins you do not forgive, they are not forgiven.” Hebrews 5:1, 4 1 1 Every high priest is selected from among the people …to represent them before God, to offer gifts and sacrifices for sins... 4 And no one takes this honour on himself, but he receives it when called by God.

7. Exam Questions “Holy Orders are the most important vocation” Do you agree? Give reasons for your opinion. Give reasons why someone may disagree with you. (6marks) Why does the Catholic Church need priests? Give two reasons for your point of view. (4marks)

8. Too many Christians in the boat… Hot Seat! Lay Christian Active Nun Priest Bishop Prove your worth to the boat captain (interviewer) by answering questions about: your role why you are of essential importance to the Church You can phone a friend … Class: