majic Flashcards
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dogma
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doctrine taught by church as part of divine revelation
2
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doctrine
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church teachings on matters of faith and morals
3
Q
councils
A
gatherings of bishops where faith is being spoken
4
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conclave
A
assembly of cardinals gathered to elect a new pope
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6
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synod
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gatherings for the discussions of faith morals or discipline
7
Q
pastoral letter
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documents sent by bishop to clergy
8
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canon law
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rules provide norms for society in the church
9
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apostolic exhortation
A
message the pope sends to catholics to highlight main points of an issue
10
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encyclical
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letter written by pope and circles throughout entire church
