by paul | Dec 8, 2019 | Catechesis Q & A, Church Teachings, Priesthood, Sacraments
What is Priestly Ordination? The Rite of Ordination is what “makes” a man a priest. The Rite of Ordination occurs within the context of Holy Mass. After being called forward and presented to the assembly, the candidate is questioned and promises to...
by paul | Dec 8, 2019 | Catechesis Q & A, Church Teachings, Priesthood, Sacraments
Why Can’t Women Be Ordained as Catholic Priests? Among the most vocal controversies in the Catholic Church has been the question of the ordination of women. As more Protestant denominations have begun ordaining women, the Catholic Church’s teaching on the...