St. Thomas, following his master Albert, proves the…
““St. Thomas, following his master Albert, proves the necessity of a right intention on the part of the minister from the proposition that every free instru mental cause must voluntarily accommodate itself to the principal cause,— in this case Christ, the author and chief administrator of the Sacraments. " There is required on the part of the minister that intention by which he subjects himself to the principal agent, i. e. intends to do what Christ does and the Church.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The text argues that ministers must align their intentions with Christ’s, emphasizing right intention as essential for administering sacraments.
In simple terms: Ministers must intend to follow Christ.
Key Takeaway
Align intentions with divine purpose.
Themes
theology
intention
ministerial duty
Mood
didactic
reflective
Type
theological
instructional
When to use this quote
- clergy training
- personal reflection
- liturgical planning
Key Concepts
ecclesiology
ethics
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure genuine intention?
- What role does intention play in your duties?
A Different Perspective
Intentions can be insincere or misunderstood.