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Holy Orders
The Sacrament of Holy Orders in the Catholic Church is a significant rite that confers sacred ministry upon men. Holy Orders continues Jesus Christ’s priesthood, which He bestowed upon His Apostles. Only a baptized Catholic man can receive Holy orders upon determination by the Church. The bishop lays hands on the ordinand’s head, invoking the Holy Spirit.