When people want to destroy religion they begin by attacking the priest; for when there is no priest, there is no sacrifice: and when there is no sacrifice, there is no religion. -St. John Vianney During this difficult and challenging time in our Church it is more important than ever for us the lay members of the Mystical Body of Christ to pray and offer sacrifices for our good and holy priests who are hurting alongside us as more and more priestly scandals become public. They very much need our support and love as they continue to celebrate the sacraments and the fulfillment of their pastoral ministries.
The Church first began at Pentecost; and then the Eucharist was celebrated on a regular basis after that. The people’s first receiving of Christ was by receiving His Spirit. Christ’s Spirit within us is the means by which sanctifying grace flows into us and by which we are empowered as Catholics. This order has not changed. Baptism is the first of the sacraments because of this.
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The Church first began at Pentecost; and then the Eucharist was celebrated on a regular basis after that. The people’s first receiving of Christ was by receiving His Spirit. Christ’s Spirit within us is the means by which sanctifying grace flows into us and by which we are empowered as Catholics. This order has not changed. Baptism is the first of the sacraments because of this.