What is a priest?

A priest is a Christian, a member of the Church, called by God to proclaim the "Good News" of salvation to the world and to lead God's people in worship, especially in making present the saving sacrifice of Jesus on the cross in the Eucharist.

He is privileged to bring Jesus Christ to people in the Sacraments: he gives the life of Christ to people in Baptism; he forgives their sins in Reconciliation; he anoints the sick; he officiates at weddings.

In general, the priest brings Jesus Christ to people in their spiritual needs.