GSC MODULE 45: MISSIONARY WORK

The priest follows the Son of God, Jesus Christ

MISSIONARY WORK

The priest is called to mission - to bring the Word of God to those in need of the gospel.

  Priests are called upon to rise to the stature of dedicated and tireless witness to Christ: to administer relief to those in want and to strengthen those in need of strengthening.

  Priests are called to teach the gospel, serve as missionaries, baptize converts, administer the sacraments, visit church members and ordain others to the Priesthood.

  The priest as missionary requires dedication and spiritual strength. 

  The missionary is sustained by a life of deep prayer, and a close and loving relationship with the Son of God. 

  A priest prepares well for ministry by means of study, receiving wise counsel graciously and growing in godly character in the Lord.

  Priests need to follow the counsel of godly parents and priesthood leaders: and diligently to perform priesthood duties.

Each priest is called to individual mission by God, the designator of different duties in the Vineyard.   The mission may entail travel, or may be located in the local town or village.      

  What is important is not where God chooses to call the ordinee to minister, but that the priest faithfully responds.

  Each priest has been missioned in the light of what God is giving all at the end of earthly labours – eternal life in the Kingdom of God with Him, forever.

Rev Catherine

Disclaimer: this information is not meant to replace your Priest, Theologian, Doctor or Health Professional Care