Section 2: The Church (4 Parts) Is One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic (pp. 62-123)

Section 2, Part 1 The Church Is One (pp. 62-78)

Introduction (p. 62) The four marks of the Church Which mark here Mark—essential vs. non feature/character. Which mark here Sources of unity Unity, uniformity, and diversity Bonds of unity Threats to unity Overcoming threats and effects 4 Articles (A. 16) -- The First Mark of the Church (A. 17) -- Bonds of Unity (A. 18) -- Wounds to Unity (A. 19) -- Ecumenism

Article 16: The First Mark of the Church (pp. 63-65) Define Marks of the Church One Church or multiple ? Biblical evidence and tradition Historical contradiction Explain how/if lost an essential feature Sources of the Church’s Unity Holy Trinity--a two way street with the Church Father—Call of creation Jesus—Paschal Mystery Holy Spirit—Mystical Body of Christ SS, Trad, & Magisterium (esp. papacy—successor, shepherd, vicar, servant,…) Unity in uniformity or diversity Equal or identical St. Paul and Pope Paul VI on diversity and unity Examples of the many faces of diversity Liturgy as a special example Greatest threat to unity and individuality/diversity Implications for your life; your thoughts

Article 17: The Bonds of Unity (pp. 66-69) Unity is retained Visible—faith, worship, & leadership … Invisible—greatest? Unity of Faith Creeds (how a visible sign of unity?; of what?) Nicene Creed (4th century) Councils of Nicaea & Constantinople; Arianism Apostles Creed (200 ad) Simple Roman baptismal statement; Gnosticism Other sources Catechism, Bible, Canon Law, schools, parishes…

Article 17: Bonds of Unity cont. (pp. 66-69) Unity of Worship Worship unites us especially the seven Sacraments Eucharist – sign and instrument = Sacrament Word, Thanksgiving, Consecration, Communion, Petitions, Penitential Other examples (Taize, …) Unity of Leadership Bishops in union with Pope Apostolic Succession – authority from apostles through Holy Orders (direct line through laying on of hands to Jesus) Why can’t all Christians receive the Eucharist? Article 17

Homework Read pp. 70-78 (AA. 18-19) P. 78; 1-4 Looking ahead… HW 2.1 due Wednesday (p. 78; 1-8) Q 2.1 Wednesday (pp. 62-78; AA. 16-19)

Article 18: Wounds to Unity (pp. 70-74) Heresy Contemporary society and truth (diversity/relativism) Define heresy Greek etymology Schism Definition Examples (Assyrian [Syria]; Oriental or Coptic [Egypt], Eastern, Greek, and Russian Orthodox Churches) History of the Eastern Schism—Pope Leo & Patriarch Michael Excommunication vs. ecumenism Close but not full communion The Church of Christ subsists or exists in the Catholic Church What, where, and why? Article 18

Article 18: Wounds to Unity cont. (pp. 70-74) The Protestant Reformation 16th breaks over practices Martin Luther (German priest, monk, & SS scholar) Indulgences, Papal Authority—Lutherans “Protestant” from Peace of Augsburg John Calvin and Calvinism—more radical Henry VIII and Anglicanism Protestant Theological principles Sola Scriptura (sacramental implications) Sola Gratia (faith and works) Catholic or Counter Reformation Later breaks (Protestant family tree) from original three Ecumenical efforts Week of Prayer for Christian Unity—Jan 18th -25th Article 18

Article 19: Ecumenism (pp. 74-78) Catholic / Christian distinction Bible, life of grace, faith, hope love, Gifts of the Holy Spirit Fullness of salvation rests in the fullness of truth in Catholic Church; seeds and elements are found in others “Ecclesial communities” Lack seven valid sacraments, apostolic succession, Tradition, central hierarchy Eastern Orthodox Church Not in full communion but very close Apostolic succession and seven sacraments But does not recognize the full authority of the Pope V II. Decree on Ecumenism – all baptized are brought in union as brothers and sisters in Christ, though imperfectly Article 19

Article 19: Ecumenism cont. (pp. 74-78) The Ecumenical Movement Ecumenism is the effort to restore unity among Christians Immediate Goals Better mutual understanding--DIALOGUE Cooperate in various fields Ultimate Goal—Pope JP II Return all Christians to visible unity and full communion Church fully committed—Vatican II Decree on Ecumenism Professional and non-professional work needed 1965 dialogue between Pope Paul VI and Athenagoras I JP II on martyrdom in Ut Unum Sint Theology of martyrdom—Oscar Romero, Martin Luther King Jr., Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Elizabeth of Russia, Lucian Tapiedi, … Daily evangelical attitude—know, be open, and listen Article 19

Article 19: Ecumenism cont. (pp. 74-78) Essential Elements of the Movement Toward Unity Holiness through constant renewal Conversion of the heart Praying for unity with other traditions Deepening knowledge of other traditions Ecumenical method formation, especially clergy Ecumenical dialogue and meeting of theologians as well as non-professionals Collaboration in ministries of service to humanity Article 19

Homework HW 2.1 (p. 78; 1-8) due tomorrow Q 2.1 (pp. 62-78; AA. 16-19) tomorrow