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In Brief
The ministerial Priesthood differs in essence from the common Priesthood of the Faithful because it confers a sacred power for the Service of the Faithful. the ordained ministers Exercise their service for the People of God by teaching (munus docendi), divine Worship (munus liturgicum) and pastoral governance (munus regendi).

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