Faith & Life Grade 7 · Chapter 28 · The Sacrament of Holy Orders
Roots of the Priesthood
God prepared His people for the priesthood of Christ long before Jesus came. Jesus, the one true High Priest, gave His Apostles a share in His priesthood, and they passed it on by the laying on of hands (CCC 1539-1545, 1575-1576).
Explore the idea
Discuss each question before revealing the answer. Look up the passages if time allows.
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Discuss the connection
Hebrews 5:4 says no one takes this honor on himself; he is called by God. Why do you think the priesthood must be a call from God and not just a career choice?
An original interactive exercise for Faith & Life Grade 7, Chapter 28 (“The Sacrament of Holy Orders”). Grounded in Scripture and the Catechism of the Catholic Church.