Community And Tradition Flashcards
Apostolic
He belief that the church can only be understood in the light of the apostles
Bishops
Priests specially chosen by the Pope who are responsible for all churches in a diocese
Catholic
Universal or worldwide
Celibacy
Living without engaging in any sexual activity
Holy
Of, or relating to, God, sacred
Laity
All the people of the church who are not chosen to be bishops, priests or deacons
Magisterium
The Pope and the bishops interpreting the Bible and tradition for Roman Catholics today
Nonconformist Churches
Protestant Christians separated from the Church of England
Ordination
Making someone a priest, bishop or deacon by the sacrament of holy orders
Orthodox Churches
National Churches which are in the union with the Patriarch of Constantinople (eg. Russian Orthodox Church)
Papacy
The office of the Pope
Anglican churches
Churches that are in communion with the church of England