Reclaiming Our Priestly Character
If the priesthood is to be renewed - and it surely must be - the renewal must take the form described by Father Toups. With clarity, simplicity, and a thorough mastery of the literature, he shows that the essence of the ministerial priesthood consists in the sacramental character that configures the ordained to Christ the High Priest. --Avery Cardinal Dulles, S.J. Father David Toups has written a most valuable and spiritually enriching reflection on today's priesthood [...] I could not recommend this work more highly. --Archbishop Edwin F. O'Brien The renewal of a humble, grateful confidence in their call and identity is a top priority for us priests today. This excellent work really helps, and is worthwhile spiritual reading. --Archbishop Timothy M. Dolan"Father David Toups has written a most valuable and spiritually enriching reflection on today's priesthood [...] I could not recommend this work more highly. --Archbishop Edwin F. O'BrienThe renewal of a humble, grateful confidence in their call and identity is a top priority for us priests today. This excellent work really helps, and is worthwhile spiritual reading. --Archbishop Timothy M. Dolan