Somewhere I have seen reference to faculties. Just what are they and who has what?
A. Another word for faculties is license. Remembering that the Bishop is the fullness of the priesthood, therefore he is the head of the diocese and the priest or deacon is his local representative, the bishop issues a license to them to do certain things within his jurisdiction. The Deacon is licensed to assist the priest during Mass, to distribute the Holy Eucharist, to baptize, to officiate at Communion Services (using pre-sanctified elements), preach the Gospel and deliver homilies, teach catechetics, officiate at wakes and committals, and bring the Eucharist to the sick and shut-ins. The Priest In addition to all that a Deacon is licensed to do, is further licensed to bless persons and objects, to Celebrate Mass, to anoint the sick and dying, to hear Confessions and grant Absolution, and in some cases under special license to Confirm not just converts but others as well. The Bishop In addition to all the above has the right to grant or withhold such licenses, he is the ordinary mi
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