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3.6 - The four marks of the Church (Essential info (They are found in the…
3.6 - The four marks of the Church
Essential info
They are found in the Nicene creed
They are part of the Catholic declaration of faith
The four marks are: one, holy, catholic and apostolic
One
What does it mean?
Unity of the Trinity
Catholic Church united through one mass
One body, one Church
Why is it important?
Ecumenism is an important part of Vatican II
Duty to pray for and talk to other Christians
Division exists within Christianity with many denominations.
Holy
What does it mean?
Jesus is a source of all holiness
Church is a visible sign of this holiness.
Set apart for a special purpose
Why is it important?
Get to know and love God through these opportunities
Saints give a good example of holiness
Church gives opportunity for regular prayer and the sacraments
Apostolic
What does it mean?
Living tradition of the apostles
Authority passed down by the Pope and bishops - Apostolic succession
Why is it important?
Magisterium guides Catholics today on issues such as nuclear war, euthanasia, and IVF.
Duty to preserve, teach, defend, and pass on the faith.
Catholic
What does it mean?
Meaning 'universal'
Jesus universally present
Why is it important?
History gives evidence to the strength, permanence, and unchanging nature of the Catholic Church.
Church has, and continues, to suffer from persecution and attack. Catholics can take personal strength from the Church in these times.
"we believe in one holy catholic and apostolic church." (The Nicene Creed)