Who are Priests?
Priests are living instruments of Christ the eternal priest. What priests do – baptizing, celebrating Mass, forgiving sins, instilling hope, advocating peace, reconciling people, protecting the weak and vulnerable – is entirely dependent on who they are by the grace of ordination. The priesthood is first a question of who priests are, then, and only then, a question of what they do. Priests Are Men of Prayer As ordained representatives of Jesus Christ, priests commit themselves to praying daily for the Church and the world. Acting in the name of Jesus Christ and as his ministers, priests perform sacred functions and administer the Sacraments. In these holy events, priests are entrusted with the highest privilege and gift of making the presence of God real and personal for all people. Only by cultivating an intimate relationship with Jesus Christ by means of praying faithfully is the priest able to teach God’s Word effectively and lead all people toward heaven. Priests Are Leaders of Go
