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Catholics believe that Jesus appointed Peter to be His representative on Earth and to teach Christians. The pope is the successor of Peter and continues to represent Jesus on earth by teaching.
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∙ 6y agoHe was the first Pope of the Catholic church and was one of Jesus's apostles.
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Who were the first people to practice Catholic faith?
.Catholic AnswerThe disciples were the first to practice the Catholic faith, the apostles were the first Bishops, with St. Peter as the first Pope.
What has the author Peter Gandolphy written?
Peter Gandolphy has written: 'A defence of the ancient faith' -- subject(s): Sermons, Catholic Church, Apologetics, History
How is King Saul important to the Catholic faith?
Without the advent of the monotheistic religion of Judaism, there would have been no rise of the Christian faith.
What is the name of the important Catholic church in Vatican City?
St. Peter's Basilica.
Is Peter facinelli Catholic?
Yes, Peter is Catholic.
Is Saint Peter's Basilica a place of pilgrimage?
Yes, it is an important Catholic place of pilgrimage.
Does the city of Jerusalem belong to the catholic faith?
No, catholic faith originated in Rome
Why was Leah important to founding the Catholic faith?
None that I am aware of. Leah, along with Sarah, Rebekah, and Rachel were co-founders of Israel, and the Jewish faith.
Can a Catholic couple marry outside of the Catholic faith and later marry each other in the Catholic faith?
yes
Who has to approve a Catholic Church notification?
Approving a Catholic Church notification is a very important process and it has to be approved by the pope. They are issued by the Congregation for the Doctrine of Faith.
Who was Peter's son in the faith?
Mark is sometimes regarded as Peter's 'son in the faith'.
Are women canonized in the Catholic faith?
Yes, there are many, many female saints in the Catholic faith.
