A Theological Comparison of the Prayers of Ordination of a Bishop in the Euchologion Barberini and the Sacramentarium Veronense

Key Points

• The comparison reveals distinct theological insights into the role of God during the episcopal ordination process.
• An examination of the anamnetic and epicletic sections provides clarity on the bishop's functions within the Church.
• The study emphasizes the relationships between the bishop and other Church Orders as articulated in both texts.
• These prayers demonstrate varying theological perspectives on the significance of the ordination ritual.