There is a story in the Gospel of Mark that speaks to the power and authority of Jesus. Mark 1:21-28 says, “Jesus and His companions went to the town of Capernaum.

Jesus praises him in the same way he will praise Peter at Caesarea Philippi (Matt 16:13-20) for recognizing that he is more than a prophet. He is the Christ of God.

In other words, those who have authority are to serve those under them, not “lord it over them.” Authority is not for its own sake; it is for the sake of others. 4.

Vatican City, May 26, 2010 / 08:33 am In his last catechesis on the priesthood, Pope Benedict dedicated his Wednesday audience address to the authority that priests receive from Jesus, emphasizing ...