The cross and crown are a symbol of the reward in heaven coming after the trials in this life. (see James 1:12 and Matthew 10:38. As a specific symbol it has been used since at least medieval times.
You must be a Catholic and agree to make sure that the child is taught the Catholic faith.
a cross (generally considered as emanating from the Catholic faith...)
14 stations of the cross (in the Roman Catholic faith there were 14 places where Jesus' cross stopped on the way to his execution at Calvary)
The entire tenet of the Roman Catholic faith IS the concept of the salvation of the people by the crucifixion of Jesus on the cross. His dying on the cross is what, according to Catholic belief, opened the doors of Heaven.
Catholic answer: The Crucifix is a cross, usually a Latin cross (three arms with the fourth (the one going down) longer with a Corpus on it. In other words, a representation of Jesus nailed to the cross: because it was through his death that satisfaction was made for our sins and we are saved from having to go to hell.Also, the Creed, The Nicene creed or the Apostles Creed are sometimes referred to as "symbols of the faith".
The sacrament that brings you into the Catholic faith is Baptism. Any parish can arrange for you to undergo the preparation necessary to be baptized.
No, catholic faith originated in Rome
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Yes, there are many, many female saints in the Catholic faith.
Catholic Faith
Typically , it shows a devotion to the Christian or Catholic faith . - Some individuals who have served time , atheists ,& etc get a cross tattooed on their middle finger . This is a " Eff Christianity " symbol .
When you are confirmed you accept Catholicism as your faith of your own volition. If you decide to become an apostate and deny your Catholic faith, the action could have very negative effects on the future of your soul. So, yes, you can switch religions but it is not to be recommended.