Canonical Consecration

Canonical Consecration is a formal, recognized ceremony through which a person is officially entrusted with a specific leadership or spiritual role within a religious tradition, such as becoming a bishop or abbot. It involves structured rituals and anointing that signify the person's dedication to their sacred responsibilities and their alignment with the church’s teachings and authority. This process ensures the individual’s role is valid within the tradition’s canonical (legal and spiritual) framework, affirming their authority to lead, teach, and serve the community in accordance with established religious laws and customs.