ArchivedApostolic succession?Aineo Wrote That is what I was trying to explain to you Aineo! That is the main difference between Catholics and Orthodox Churches. Infact that is the main reason why they broke away from the Church in 1054AD. Aineo Wrote I think you need a brief history lesson; ca. 30-33 Jesus founds the Church with Peter as its leader and first pope. "You are Peter, and on this rock I will build my Church and the gates of hell will not prevail against it" ( Mt. 16:18 ). ca. 33 Jesus' death, resurrection and ascension into heaven. ca. 50 Council of Jerusalem: the apostles affirm the role of Gentiles in the Church. ca. 62 St. James, first bishop of Jerusalem, is martyred. ca. 64 Emperor Nero begins the persecution of Christians. Sts. Peter and Paul are martyred during this persecution around the year 67. 67-76 (Pont.) The first successor of Peter, the second pope, Linus, is chosen to lead the Church. He is best known for encouraging the growth of the clergy. He is martyred in Rome in 76. 76-88 (Pont.) [Ana]Cletus, the third pope, is chosen and is best known for building an oratory for the burial of the martyrs and drawing up rules for the proper consecration of bishops. And so forth we are now at the 265 Pope. Aieno wrote Could you show me how your Church started? It seems you are ashamed to even tell me what denomination you belong too. How far does your church go back too? Over 30,000 Protestant denominations have developed since the 16th century. Yet the Catholic Church has remained ONE. Peace |
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