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, presbyterate, and diaconate.
Catechism of the Catholic Church 1536
Have you considered the call? Review the quick links on this page for resources for both men and women. Please also feel free to talk to one of the priests of the parish about Holy Orders.