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Catholics, (big C, not catholic) believe that the authority of the Pope comes from the Apostle Peter, whom Jesus said "Upon this Rock I build my Church". The Rock was Peter, to whom he was speaking. Peter went later to Rome and started a church there, which over the next 400 years became what is now the Catholic Church. The leader of that Church became the leader of that Christian movement, and was titled the Pope.
The Pope's authority is usually referred to as infallibility. In this sense, however, the word has a slightly different meaning than usual. The Pope is only considered infallible when he makes particular statements on faith or morals that he declares to be contained in divine revelation. The statement, also, can not contradict the already established Sacred Tradition or Sacred Scripture.
This papal authority is rarely used. In fact, only two statements have been officially accepted as papal infallibility. There are approximately seven other statements (issued before papal infallibility was officially defined by the Catholic church) that are often considered instances of papal infallibility.
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What is church authority?
Church authority is the authority of God as expressed through the Magisterium of the Church, which resides ultimately in Christ, as expressed through His Vicar, the Pope, and the teaching authority of the Bishops in union with him.
Teaching authority of the church?
Magisterium is the teaching authority of the Church.
What is the Magesterium?
It is the teaching authority of the Catholic Church.
What is teaching authority of the Church?
Magisterium is the teaching authority of the Church.
What was the authority of the pope in the greek orthodox church?
The pope does not have any authority in the Orthodox Church. The pope only has authority over Roman Catholics.
Who has the highest teaching authority in the Church?
The Magesterium has the ultimate teaching authority in the Catholic Church.
How did the pope's move to Avignon and the establishment of a rival pope in Rome affect church authority and power?
The Pope's move and the establishment of a rival pope divided the Church's supporters.
What is the connection between magisterium and infallible?
Magisterium is the authority of the Catholic church to teach the faith; it is defined as "The Church's teaching authority, vested in the bishops, as successors of the Apostles, under the Roman Pontiff, as successor of St. Peter. Also, personally, vested in the Pope, as Vicar of Christ and visible head of the Catholic Church. Infallibility means freedom from error in teaching the universal Church in matters of faith or morals. This is a very strict, limited power that is granted to the Pope, and to all those Bishops who are teaching in accord with him. The connection is that the Magisterium is headed by the Pope, and that he is infallible in teaching on matters of faith and morals - which is the proper teaching of the Church - the Magisterium.
What is the highest teaching authority in the Church?
Roman Catholic AnswerThe highest teaching authority in the Catholic Church is Jesus Christ. His Will is known through the twin authorities of Tradition and Scripture. These are interpreted for us by Ecumenical councils (councils of all the bishops ratified by the Holy Father) and by the Pope.
What is the significance of the pope's zucchetto in the Catholic Church?
The pope's zucchetto is a small skullcap worn as a symbol of authority and humility in the Catholic Church. It signifies the pope's role as the leader of the Church and his submission to God's authority.
Was it the Eastern Church or Western Church that accepted the authority of the pope and celibacy?
It was the Western Church that accepted the authority of the pope and celibacy. This led to the Great Schism in 1054, which resulted in the separation of the Roman Catholic Church in the West and the Eastern Orthodox Church in the East. The Eastern Orthodox Church did not recognize the authority of the pope and allowed married clergy.
What is the stance of Protestants on the authority of the Pope within the Catholic Church?
Protestants generally do not recognize the authority of the Pope within the Catholic Church. They believe in the priesthood of all believers and do not view the Pope as the ultimate authority in matters of faith and doctrine.
