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The word “Eucharist” refers to several related sacramental realities. In the first place, it refers to the sacrament itself, instituted by Christ at the Last Supper on the night He was betrayed as a memorial of His death and resurrection.
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In my last article, I described a sacrament as a sign instituted by Christ to impart grace to those who receive it. Before proceeding to a quick overview of the seven sacraments, it seems worthwhile to explore that definition in a little more detail.
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Holy Orders is the only sacrament that is plural, for indeed it includes bishops, priests, and deacons. I will be reflecting on the priesthood, leaving it to those called to be ordained as bishop or deacon to reflect on their specific “order” in our Church.
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The confirmation season, Easter through Pentecost, is an annual high point of my ministry as bishop. As I think about it, I have never met a bishop – and I have met hundreds – who does not thoroughly enjoy his role as the ordinary minister of confirmation.