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Was the Early Church Infallible? No, That's Not How it Works

Truth Unites

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Early Church Leadership Structure and Evolution

Examining Clement's views on church hierarchy, the chapter explores the interchangeability of terms like bishop and presbyter, supporting a two-office view in the early Church. Roman Catholic scholars discuss the evolving structure of bishop, presbyter, and deacon roles, contrasting divine establishment with the historical development of leadership positions.

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