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We need the Pope because like any other family, we need a head of the family. For Roman Catholics, the Pope is the Vicar of Christ on earth. We have a doctrine {an unchanging belief} of Papal Infallibility. It means that in matters of faith and doctrine, the Pope cannot make a mistake. As his own person, Joseph Ratzinger, can be in error on other subjects or personal choices. When he acts in his official capacity as Pope Benedict XVI, he speaks as the heir to the Keys of the Kingdom of Christ on Earth. We accept this as an act of faith, and when your faith is firm, nothing can dissuade you. If you want to have faith or increase your faith, pray to the Holy Spirit for that gift of grace.
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∙ 9y agoThere is one central leadership that makes certain that all in the Church follow the same teachings and do not branch off into heretical or incorrect teachings. This is a real benefit not enjoyed by other sects, such as the Anglican Church, where there is so much division over married priests, homosexuality, ordaining women or gays. In the Catholic Church there may be some who disagree with the pope's rulings, at least all are on the same page. The above statement was related to me by an Anglican priest who felt so frustrated because of these very issues and no one to clarify the situation.
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What event led the need elect a new pope?
Pope Benedict XVI, the reigning pontiff at the time, resigned and the need to elect a new pope arose.
How did Pope Stephen?
How did Pope Stephen what? I am not a psychic. Also, I need to know which Pope Stephen you are referring to as there are a number of them.
How did the pope appeal to the people of Rome in his speech?
Which pope and which speech? You need to be specific.
What popes do you need in life?
you need all of them if you are going to succeed when you are pope, look at pope Benedict he is very successful so if you look at all the popes you will become a good pope
Where has the pope traveled?
Popes have travelled extensively since Pope Paul VI so you need to specify which pope you are referring to.
How long was St. Gregory pope for?
There are several Pope St. Gregorys so you need to be specific.
What did Pope Alexander do before he was pope?
There have been several popes named Alexander. You need to be specific.
What number is after Pope Francis' name?
Since Pope Francis is the first and only pope by that name, there is no need for a number after his name. If a pope in the future also decides to take the name Francis, he will become Pope Francis II and then the original Pope Francis will become Pope Francis I.
Does the pope need to live in celibacy?
According to current Church law, the pope does need to live in celibacy. This is a law of the Church, however, and can be changed by the Church.
What is the homily of Pope Benedict XVI?
Pope Benedict gave homilies nearly every day as pope so you need to specify a specific date.
A sentence with the word pope?
The pope is the leader of the Roman Catholic Church.
What are the subjects I need to study at school to become a pope?
You need to learn RE
