The Sacrament of Holy Orders by which power is given to exercise perpetually in the Church the public administration of the Sacraments and to perform all the sacred functions. It is the continuation of Christ's priesthood, which He bestowed upon His Apostles. The three levels of the sacrament are the episcopate, the priesthood, and the diaconate.

In the Sacrament of Holy Orders, or Ordination, the priest being ordained vows to lead other Catholics by bringing them the Sacraments (especially the Eucharist), by proclaiming the Gospel, and by providing other means to holiness.

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Prayer for priests that they may offer Mass with Holy Love and Reverence.

Lord Jesus, present in the most Blessed Sacrament, and living perpetually amongst us through Your priests, grant that the words of Your priests may be only Your words, that their gestures be only Your gestures and that their lives be a true reflection of Your life. Grant that they may be men who speak to God on behalf of his people and speak to his people of God. Grant that they be courageous in service, serving the Church as she asks to be served. Grant that they may be men who witness to eternity in our time, travelling on the paths of history in Your steps, and doing good for all. Grant that they may be faithful to their commitments, zealous in their vocation and mission, clear mirrors of their own identity, and living the joy of the gift they have received. We pray that Your Holy Mother, Mary, present throughout Your life, may be ever present in the life of Your priests.

Amen.

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