Holy Orders is the sacrament through which the mission entrusted by Christ to his apostles continues to be exercised in the Church until the end of time: thus it is the sacrament of apostolic ministry. It includes three degrees: episcopate (bishop), presbyterate (priest), and diaconate (deacon).

If you have ever thought about or are currently discerning a call to the priesthood, please visit https://www.rockfordpriest.org and then speak to your local priest or the Vocation Director at the Diocese of Rockford: (815) 399-4300.