I believe that you are referring to the Catholic Church. It operates a great many schools, including high schools and universities as well as seminaries, in many different countries. Hence, it is an institutionalized agency of learning.
Of course! The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) even operates an adoption agency which only places children with active Church members. Visit the "Related Link" below to learn more about the church's adoption agency.
Yes, the Church of God is considered a denomination within Christianity.
Yes, the Eucharist is considered a sacrament in the Catholic Church.
Yes and no. The Romans initially persecuted the Christians and martyred their saints, then the Roman Empire became Christian and institutionalized the church, for better or worse.
No, an encyclical is not considered infallible in the teachings of the Catholic Church.
Constantine is not considered a saint in the Catholic Church, only in the Orthodox Church.
Yes, the Virgin Mary is considered a saint in the Catholic Church.
Yes, Barnabas was considered an apostle in the early Christian church.
No, the Pope is not considered a king in the hierarchy of the Catholic Church. The Pope is the head of the Church and is considered the spiritual leader, but he does not hold a political title like a king.
It was reserved for the priests and leaders of the church.
It was reserved for the priests and leaders of the church.
You must attend church every Sunday to be considered religious.