In the Gospel of Matthew (23:9), Jesus says “call no man on earth your Father, for you have one Father, who is in heaven”. So why do we – as Catholics - call our priests Father? Using Scripture and Church teaching, Father Matthew O'Gorman explains. Ambassadors for Christ is a Catholic apologetics project, designed to equip you with a deeper understanding of your faith so you can confidently answer questions and be a joyful witness for the Lord Jesus and his Church. Find out more about Ambassadors for Christ at rcaos.og.uk/ambassadorsforchrist Father Matthew is the parish priest of Corpus Christi Catholic Church, Brixton Hill https://catholicbrixtonhill.org.uk