The Church's Role
The Church's main role is to establish Christian teachings, concepts, and orthodoxy. In the past, there have been many false teachings that went against established Christian orthodoxy such as Arianism, Nestorianism, and Monophysitism. It was the Church's role to recognize these heresies and correct them.
The Church studies Christology, which is the study of Christ. Thanks to the founding fathers of the Church, or the Church Fathers, the Church is what it is today. People attend Church every Sunday and the Church continues to spread the word of God to people around the world.
The Church studies Christology, which is the study of Christ. Thanks to the founding fathers of the Church, or the Church Fathers, the Church is what it is today. People attend Church every Sunday and the Church continues to spread the word of God to people around the world.
The Hierarchy
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The Catholic clergy is organized in an strict, sometimes overlapping hierarchy. Here is the order of the hierarchy and the roles of each level:
- Pope: The head of the Church. The pope is infallible in defining matters of faith and morals.
- Cardinal: Appointed by the pope. Advises the pope.
- Archbishop: A bishop of a main metropolitan diocese.
- Bishop: A teacher of church doctrine, a priest of sacred worship, and a minister of church government.
- Priest: An ordained minister who can administer most of the sacraments.
- Deacon: A student of priesthood or an assistant to the priest.
- Laity: The people.
The Sacraments
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There are Seven Sacraments in which one can receive in the Catholic Church.
Here is a list of the Seven Catholic Sacraments in the order of which they usually take place:
Here is a list of the Seven Catholic Sacraments in the order of which they usually take place:
- Baptism: Free from Original Sin, Start of a life-long journey, Joining the Church.
- Reconciliation: Penance, Metanoia.
- Eucharist: Recieving the body and blood of Christ.
- Confirmation: Accepting the responsibility of being an adult member of the Church.
- Marriage: Public sign of the covenant made between one man and one woman.
- Holy Orders: Giving the authority to perform the sacraments.
- Anointing of the Sick: Healing for a physical or mental illness.
The Bible
The Bible is the account of God's action in the world and his purpose with all creation. It consists of two parts: the Old Testament (46 books) and the New Testament (27 books). The four Gospels, or "Good News," tell the story of the coming of the Savior, Jesus Christ, and the inauguration of God's kingdom. The four gospels were written by the evangelists: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.
Below is a detailed chart of the four Gospels and their main Audience and Theme.
Below is a detailed chart of the four Gospels and their main Audience and Theme.