Saint Paul in his letter to the Ephesians reminds us that we are constantly doing battle not with flesh and blood, but with principalities and powers. Satan and his minions are active and alive, prowling about the world seeking the ruin of souls. In the Royal Priesthood of Jesus Christ, Satan is even more so attacking those men whom God has chosen to share His priesthood.
Part of the duty of the laity is to constantly pray for priests, as Christ Himself prayed for Saint Peter, that Peter's faith would not fail him. Peter, in turn, was to pray for his brothers. All have a grave responsibility to do all in their power to fulfill this duty.
The priest himself has many dignities and obligations he must constantly strive to fulfill during his priestly ministry. The life of a priest is truly great and glorious and therefore carries with it much dignity. Priests will have much to answer for on the day of judgment.
Let us pray for priests.
In Christ,
Rev. Jeffery A. Fasching
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