The Catholic Church believes that there is an eternal God in this universe in the form of three persons—God the Father, God the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Together these three make up the Trinity.
Catholicism believes that the 'church' is the continuing presence of Jesus on earth. The Church informs God's people that those who persevere in obedience to Jesus Christ and who are nourished with the Body of Christ, become human beings, the Body of Christ. Papal 'Mystic Corporis Christi' (Christian Mysticism) The Catholic Church in the U.S. is described as the mystical body of Christ.
The Church believes that the fulfillment of the means of salvation exists only in the Catholic Church, but it also believes that the Holy Spirit can also work for the salvation of a community separated from Christianity. Anyone who is saved is saved indirectly through the Church.
The Catholic Church was founded by Jesus Christ. The New Testament describes the work and teachings of Jesus Christ as the appointment of the twelve apostles and the authority given to them to continue their work. The Church believes that Jesus Christ appointed his disciple Simon Peter as the leader of the apostles with the proclamation- 'From this rock I will build my church.....I will give you the kingdom of heaven. I will give the keys of…..'
The Church states that the coming of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles will be known as Pentecost, which marks the beginning of the Church's public service. Since then, all duly consecrated bishops are considered the heirs of the apostles and continue the sacred tradition derived from the holy apostles.
Concept of Jesus Christ
Catholic Christians believe that Christ is the Messiah of the redeeming prophecies of the former Testament. In an event known as the Incarnation, which the Church describes as being united with human nature, through the power of the Holy Spirit, 'Christ' was conceived in the womb of the Virgin Mary.
For this reason Christ is considered both fully divine and fully human. It is taught by the Church that Christ's mission on earth, which consists of telling people about his teachings and giving them examples of their own, as recorded in the Four Sermons.
Concept of the Catholic Church regarding Mother Mary
Prayers and devotion to Mary are part of Catholic religiosity but separate from the worship of God. The Church accords special respect to 'Mary' as an eternal virgin and the Mother of God. Catholic beliefs regarding Mary include the Holy Conception without the stain of original sin and the place in heaven with the bodily conception at the end of life. Both these beliefs were defined as doctrine by Pope Pius (IX) in AD 1854 and Pope Pius (XII) in AD 1950.
'Mariology' It sheds light not only on the life of Mother Mary, but in her daily life of worship, prayer and Marian art, music and architecture. The church hosts several Marian liturgies during the year and has been accorded several titles, such as 'Queen of Heaven' etc. is decorated.
Pope Paul (VI) called her 'Mother of the Church' She was called the spiritual mother of all the members of the body of Jesus, because she gave birth to Jesus Christ. Because of the influential role they played in the life of Jesus, their prayers and devotions, rosary, Hail Mary, Salve Regina and Mamorare are common Catholic practices.
The Church has confirmed the credibility of the virtual shadow of Marion as Our Lady of Lourdes, Fatima, Guadalupe and Wisconsin, Lady of Good Hope, etc. Visits to these shrines are popular Catholic devotions.
Sin in the eyes of the Church
Indulging in sinful acts is considered to be contrary to Jesus Christ. By committing a sin, the soul of a person turns away from the love of God. A chain of sins can destroy a person's relationship with God.
Spiritual Immortality
According to the Church, the passion (suffering) of Christ and the love for His crucifixion are an opportunity for all people to be forgiven and forgiven of their sins. in order to have reconciliation with God. According to Catholic belief, the resurrection of Jesus brought a possible spiritual-immortality for humans that had not previously been granted to them because of original sins. The Church believes that by following the words and deeds of Christ, anyone can enter the kingdom of God.
Sacraments are images of God
According to the Council of Trent, the Seven Sacraments were instituted and assigned to the Church by Christ. These sacraments include confirmation, baptism, the Eucharist, reconciliation (penance), oiling the sick (pasting or funeral rites), sacred orders, and sacred marriages. The 'Sacrament' is an important visual ritual that Catholics refer to as the 'Presence of God'.
Confirmation Sacrament
Catholics believe that through the Sacrament of Confirmation, humans receive the Holy Spirit and that the blessings received at baptism are powerful. To be properly affirmed, Catholics must be in a state of grace, which means they will be vigilant against unconfirmed moral sins. They must be spiritually prepared for confirmation, as well as choosing a sponsor for spiritual support, a saint for their special protection and intercession.
Baptism
'Infant-baptism' soon after confirmation in Eastern Catholic Churches This is called Christianization and is called 'Blessed Grace' Supposedly.
Atonement rites for salvation from sins
After baptism Catholics can receive forgiveness for their sins through the Sacrament of Atonement. In this sacrament, the person confesses his sins to a priest. The pastor advises the person and asks him to make a special atonement. After that the priest formally forgives the person the sins of the person and declares that the person is free from sin.
The clergy do not disclose to anyone what they have heard under the disclosure of any sin or confession. An apology can be granted by the church to the person after he has confessed his sins and received forgiveness. An apology letter can get rid of the sins found in hell, partially or completely.
Universal Justice
According to the Church, immediately after death each person's soul will receive a special judgment from God based on the deeds of the person's earthly life. One day when Christ will do universal justice for all mankind. This final judgment will mark the end of human history and the beginning of God's righteous reign in a new and better heaven and earth.
The decision about each person's soul will be made based on the detailed description to be made by the angel Matthew. It is believed that the Gospel of Matthew would also include the acts of mercy performed by the lowest.
According to the Catholic question, the Final Judgment will also present an outcome ahead of itself, revealing the good deeds one has done or failed to do during his earthly life. According to the judgment presented, a soul enters any one of the three post-life states. Heaven is a life of wonderful union with God and unspeakable happiness, which lasts forever. 'Torture' is a temporary condition for the purification of the soul.
Those who are not sin-free enough cannot enter heaven directly, they have to undergo torture. The spirits of Hell are helped to reach Heaven through the prayers of the faithful and the sympathy of the holy ones. Individuals who have chosen a sinful and selfish life and who do not repent and want to live fully on their own terms are sent to Hell, an everlasting separation from God.
No one is sent to Hell unless he has independently made the decision to reject God. No one's going to Hell is pre-ordained, nor can one judge whether one is condemned or not! Roman Catholic Christianity teaches that by the mercy of God one can be freed from sin by repenting at any point in life before death.
Some Catholic theologians hold the view that 'souls of un-baptized infants' who die of original sin go to a neglected place, although this is not an official doctrine of the Church.
Collection of Catholic Beliefs
'Nicean Creed' of Catholic Beliefs Summarized in and 'Quiz of the Catholic Church' is described in detail. Based on Christ's promise in evangelism, the Church holds that it is constantly guided by the Holy Spirit and is therefore erroneously protected from falling into doctrinal error. The Catholic Church teaches that the Holy Spirit reveals the truth of God through Holy Scripture, Holy Tradition, and the Magisterium.
Holy Scripture
There are 73 Catholic Bible books in the Catholic Holy Scriptures. Among them are the Books of the Ancient Greek Version of the Ancient One, called 'Septuagent' And there are 27 New Testament books first found in the Codex Vatican Graecus 1209 and 'Athanasius' Listed in the twenty-ninth blissful letter of.
Church Teachings
The Holy Tradition includes the teachings of the Church that the Church believes to date back to the time of the apostles. Scripture and Holy Tradition Collectively 'Deposit of Faith' is referred to as. The explanation of all this magisterium done by. Magister is a Latin word meaning 'teacher'.
Posthumous rites
The differences in liturgical traditions or rites prevalent in the Catholic Church reflect historical and cultural diversity rather than differences in beliefs. The Roman Rite is the most commonly used procedure in the liturgy, but some other sacraments are also used in the Latin Catholic Church and are different from those used in the Eastern Catholic Churches.
Currently, two forms of the Roman Rite are officially practiced. The Roman Missal (Prayer of Paul VI) of pre-1962 is now a simple form of the sacrament and is mostly celebrated in the local language. In the United States, English usage is fading away, with some Roman Rites retaining many aspects of the English liturgy. Other non-Roman Western rites include the Ambrosian Rite and the Mozarabic Rite.
Sacraments used by the Eastern Catholic Church include the Byzantine Rite, the Alexandrian or Coptic Rite, the Syriac Rite, the Armenian Rite, the Maronite Rite, and the Chaldean Rite.
Eucharist
The Eucharist, or Mass, is the center of Catholic worship. Catholic Christians believe that at each Mass, the bread and wine are supernaturally transformed into the body and blood of Christ. The Church holds that a New Testament with humanity at Christ's Last Supper was established through the institution of the Eucharist. According to the Church Christ is present in the Eucharist. Catholics are not allowed to receive ordination in the Protestant Church, as they have different beliefs and practices regarding the Holy Order and the Eucharist. Similarly, Protestants are not allowed to receive ordination in the Catholic Church. With regard to the churches of Eastern Christianity, the Catholic Church is less restrictive.
Catholic Hierarchy and Institutions
The Church believes that Christ established the papacy. The hierarchy of the church is headed by the Pope, the episcopal see of Rome. The Pope also serves as the principal bishop and metropolitan of the Roman province, the Patriarch of Italy, the master of the Latin Church, and the superior bishop of the Universal Church. As bishop, he is the representative of Jesus Christ and as bishop of Rome he is the successor of the saints.
Peter and Paul and the servants of God's servants, he is also the head of Vatican City. For advice and assistance in administration, the Pope may perhaps turn to the head of the College, the next level of the hierarchy. In the event of the Pope's death or demitting office, the members of the Religious College, who come under the age of 80, together elect the new Pope.
हालांकि कैथोलिक सम्मेलन किसी भी कैथोलिक पुरुष को सैद्धांतिक रूप से पोप नियुक्त कर सकता था, ई.1389 के बाद से केवल धर्म-प्रधानों को ही उस स्तर तक उठाया गया है।
कैथोलिक चर्च में वर्ष 2008 तक 2,795 धर्म-प्रदेश शामिल थे। इनकी देख-रेख धर्माध्यक्ष द्वारा की जाती थी। धर्म-प्रदेश व्यक्तिगत समुदायों में विभाजित किये जाते हैं जिन्हें बस्ती कहा जाता है, प्रत्येक बस्ती में एक से अधिक पादरी, छोटे पादरी तथा धर्माध्यक्षों के सह-कार्यकर्ता होते हैं। ये लोग प्रवचन देना, सिखाना, नाम रखना, गवाह विवाह कराना तथा अंतिम संस्कार की पूजन पद्धति कराना आदि कार्य करते हैं।
धर्माध्यक्ष और पादरियों को युहरिस्ट, मिलाप (प्रायश्चित्त) तथा बीमार का अभिषेक कराना आदि संस्कार करवाने की अनुमति है। केवल धर्माध्यक्ष ही पवित्र आदेशों का संस्कार कर सकते हैं। इस समय कैथोलिक चर्च से सम्बद्ध चर्चों में चार लाख से अधिक पादरी कार्यरत हैं।
अधिकतर संत तथा नन एक तपस्वी के समान कैथोलिक धार्मिक व्यवस्था में प्रवेश करते हैं, जैसे कि संत बेनिडिक्ट के अनुयायी, रोमन कैथोलिक तपस्वी, डोमीनिसियंस, फ्रांसिसकंस तथा दया की बहनें इत्यादि। वर्तमान में दुनिया भर में कैथोलिक चर्च के अनुयाइयों की संख्या 100 करोड़ से अधिक है। यदि कोई ईसाई औपचारिक रूप से चर्च छोड़ता है तो यह तथ्य व्यक्ति के बपतिस्मा रजिस्टर में नोट किया जाता है।