Concord Matters — Smalcald Articles: Part 3, Articles 10 & 11: Ordination and Marriage of Priests

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The qualifications for an overseer in Christ’s Church are very clear (see 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1). He is to be above reproach, soberminded, self-controlled, gentle, well-thought-of, and the husband of one wife. Therefore, we believe that pastors are allowed to marry. The distinction between a pastor and bishop is not one of hierarchical power, but of servanthood to God’s people. The Roman Church began utilizing bishops to gain power, rather than for the care of souls. Because of this, we understand that all qualified candidates for the pastoral office may be ordained by other pastors.

Rev. Adam DeGroot joins Rev. Brady Finnern to discuss ordination and the marriage of priests.