by virtue of the sacrament of Holy Orders, acts in persona Christi Capitis [in the person of Christ, the Head]” (“Catechism of the Catholic Church 1545, 1548). “And he took bread ...

The seven Roman churches in the pilgrimage include the four papal basilicas: St. Peter’s Basilica, the Basilica of St. John ...

Taking holy orders is a commitment for life both to God and to the Catholic Church, as the man is given certain powers, including passing on God’s forgiveness of sins. The following is a prayer ...