Of The Sacrament Of Order As To Its Essence And Its Parts (FIVE ARTICLES)

In the next place we must consider the sacrament of Order: (1) Order in general; (2) the difference of Orders; (3) those who confer Orders; (4) the impediments to receiving Orders; (5) things connected with Orders.

Concerning Order in general three points have to be considered: (1) Its essence, quiddity, and parts; (2) Its effect; (3) The recipients of Orders.

Under the first head there are five points of inquiry:

A1 Whether there should be Order in the Church?

A2 Whether it is fittingly defined?

A3 Whether it is a sacrament?

A4 Whether its form is expressed properly?

A5 Whether this sacrament has any matter?