Ordination is a sacred and joyful moment in the life of the Church, marking the transition of a person into ordained ministry. While the service shares many elements with a typical Eucharist, it also includes unique and powerful rituals that affirm the ordinand’s calling and welcome them into their new role. From the presentation and examination to the laying on of hands and first blessings, each part of the ordination carries deep significance.
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