1
The work of the Church that unites us to be united as the Father, Son and Holy Spirit are united.
Ecumenism
Word meaning universal.
Catholic
A group of people known to help the pastor with his managerial and pastoral tasks.
Parish Council
Known the be the teaching authority of the Church.
The connection of all popes and bishops back to Saint Peter and the first Apostles.
Apostolic Succession
The people of Saint Mark's church are known to offer a living example of this characteristic.
Holiness
The assembly of bishops in the United States who guide American Catholics to understand the teachings of the Church and living the Gospel.
The USCCB
Known to be what all baptized Christians share.
The life and love of God.
The two things that Pope Benedict XV urged the U.S. hierarchy to join him in working for.
Peace and Social Justice
This is known to dwell within and guide the church.
Idea that the Church teaches about God's love.
Known to be the 4 Marks of the Church.
One, Holy Catholic, Apostolic
Elements of holiness and salvation.
One way the bishops of the U.S. instruct the faithful on Catholic teachings, worship, social concerns, and other topics that are important to the life of the Church.
Pastoral letters.
The one who Jesus made the visible foundation on which he would build his Church.
Saint Peter
When the Pope and Bishops act together as the College of Bishops to exercise full teaching authority over the universal Church.
Infallibility