Why do we call priests and bishops "father?"

Priests are called fathers because they are regarded as spiritual fathers, as they are the ordinary ministers of baptism by which people are born to supernatural life. It is also due to their pastoral service to people.

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What is the significance of naming Mary's child "Jesus"?

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What feast day is celebrated on December 12?

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What is the name of Pope Benedict's latest encyclical?

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Why does a priest wear vestments of different colors?

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Why is the date Easter is celebrated different every year?

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What is the liturgical year?

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Why is Lent 40 days long?

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What happened to Ascension Thursday?

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