Church of Saint Anne
1321 Braman Avenue, Bismarck, North Dakota 58501
Phone 701-223-1549 Fax 701-250-9214
1321 Braman Avenue, Bismarck, North Dakota 58501
Phone 701-223-1549 Fax 701-250-9214
Ordination and Religious Life
All Christians share in the priesthood of Jesus because all are called to be a living sign of Jesus' love in the world. Some persons, however, are chosen and anointed as ordained ministers in the Church. The person who receives the Sacrament of Orders (Bishop, Priest or Deacon) is called to a role of leadership in the service of the community.
Deacons serve the Christian community by preaching, baptizing, witnessing marriages and assisting at Eucharist.
Priests are ordained not only to serve but also to lead the Church community, to act as a unifier of all the faithful, especially through the Eucharistic celebration. Some priests are consecrated Bishops. A Bishop is the leader of a diocese.
Generally, "Religious Orders" is a title loosely applied to all religious communities of men or women, in which solemn vows of poverty, chastity and obedience are taken. They usually live a communal life with a specific mission and a particular spirituality.
We, the Church, have the duty and responsibility to work for the promotion of vocations to the priesthood and the religious life. Praying for those studying and for those who are priest and religious, nurtures an awareness of the importance and need for Church Vocations.
Those discerning a call to priesthood or religious life may contact the office for an appointment with a priest.
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All Christians share in the priesthood of Jesus because all are called to be a living sign of Jesus' love in the world. Some persons, however, are chosen and anointed as ordained ministers in the Church. The person who receives the Sacrament of Orders (Bishop, Priest or Deacon) is called to a role of leadership in the service of the community.
Deacons serve the Christian community by preaching, baptizing, witnessing marriages and assisting at Eucharist.
Priests are ordained not only to serve but also to lead the Church community, to act as a unifier of all the faithful, especially through the Eucharistic celebration. Some priests are consecrated Bishops. A Bishop is the leader of a diocese.
Generally, "Religious Orders" is a title loosely applied to all religious communities of men or women, in which solemn vows of poverty, chastity and obedience are taken. They usually live a communal life with a specific mission and a particular spirituality.
We, the Church, have the duty and responsibility to work for the promotion of vocations to the priesthood and the religious life. Praying for those studying and for those who are priest and religious, nurtures an awareness of the importance and need for Church Vocations.
Those discerning a call to priesthood or religious life may contact the office for an appointment with a priest.
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