Church Document
Sacerdotalis Caelibatus
Encyclical of Pope Saint Paul VI (1967)
The encyclical of Pope Saint Paul VI on priestly celibacy, expounding its meaning and value as a gift of self in imitation of Christ for the sake of the Kingdom.
Key themes
- Priestly celibacy
- Priesthood
- Consecration
- Discipleship
Document type
Encyclical
Issuing authority
Pope Saint Paul VI
Issued date
24 June 1967