Does the Order of the Most Holy Mary Theotokos offer ordination and/or incardination to Holy Orders?
A. Yes. Religious vows are to be distinguished from Holy Orders, the sacrament which bishops, priests, and deacons receive. Hence members of religious orders are not part of the hierarchy, unless they are also ordained priests or deacons (sometimes referred to as “priest-monks”). O.S.S.T. is pleased to offer ordination / incardination to qualified candidates.The Order of the Most Holy Mary Theotokos provides a context for those called to and interested in realizing their participation in the ministerial priesthood of Christ. An aspirant does not have to be a monk to be a priest. A vocation to Orders is one vocation. A vocation to monasticism is yet another. An aspirant for Holy Orders may choose to become a Monk, Tertiary (or Oblate), or a Companion (or Associate). For more information, visit Ordination/Incardination.
