Celebration of Priestly Ministry: Challenge, Renewal, and Joy in the Catholic Priesthood

On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of his ordination, Cardinal Kasper reflects on the nature and the future of the Catholic priesthood. Topics include "servants of joy;" krisis and kairos; personal friendship with Christ; the common priesthood of all Christians; Mary—model of discipleship; apostolic mission; Jesus calls his first disciples; the church’s faith; apostolic succession; spirituality; celibacy; pastoral ministry; witnesses to the gospel; reconciliation and mercy; Memoria passionis; Eucharist; looking ahead in hope.