What is a Ministry?
Christian ministry is a call to service; a response to the love of God poured out in
Christian hearts through baptism. Baptism is the root sacrament of ministry. Ministry is
what we do after baptism; after we say ‘yes’ to Jesus Christ. Another word for ministry
is stewardship. Ministry is an action word. Christian ministry, rooted in baptism and
confirmation, belongs to every Catholic Christian. Our service is given to others in the
name of Jesus Christ, and because of Jesus Christ. We are empowered by the Holy Spirit.