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Within the framework of this universal
call, Christ, the High Priest, in his solicitude for the Church calls persons
in every generation who are to care for his people. In particular, he calls to
the ministerial priesthood men who are to exercise a fatherly role, the source
of which is within the very fatherhood of God (cfr Eph 3,14). The mission of the
priest in the Church is irreplaceable. Therefore, even if in some regions there
is a scarcity of clergy, it should never be doubted that Christ continues to raise
up men who, like the Apostles, leaving behind all other work, dedicate themselves
completely to the celebration of the sacred mysteries, to the preaching of the
Gospel and to pastoral ministry.
Pope Benedict XVI, Message for the 43rd
World Day of Prayer for Vocations
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