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¶ 1669

Sacramentals derive from the Baptismal Priesthood: every Baptized perSon is called to be a "Blessing," and to bless. 172 Hence lay people may preside at certain blesSings; the more a blessing concerns Ecclesial and Sacramental life, the more is its administration reServed to the ordained Ministry (Bishops, Priests, or deacons). 173

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