It was believed that only the Pope had authority to interpret scripture.
The pope was and is the leader of the Christian Church. However, only Catholics accept this leadership.
The pope is the leader of the entire Christian Church. However, only Catholics recognize this authority.
A Pope
The current Pope.
The pope is the leader of the Christian Church but is only recognized as such by the Catholic Church.
Peter was the leader, the pope.
The Pope - Roman Catholic, Patriarch - Eastern
No, Saint Peter was always considered as the leader of the Church, no matter where he was at the time. He eventually ended up in Rome and was considered the Bishop of Rome as well as the leader of the Church. Eventually the title of pope was conferred on his successors.
The Roman Catholic Church is the religious denomination that has the Pope as its leader. It is the largest Christian church, with over a billion members worldwide. The Pope, currently Pope Francis, serves as the spiritual leader and is responsible for guiding the church's doctrine and practices.
He is the pope or leader of the Christian Church around the world. However, only Catholics recognize hus leadership.
Saint Peter, in addition to being the Pope (the earthly leader of the entire Church), was the bishop (the senior pastor) of the Christian Church in Rome.
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