Exploring the Papacy's Authority and Relationship with the Orthodox Church

Diving into historical events, this chapter discusses the evidence surrounding papal authority in the first millennium, emphasizing minimal facts derived from Scriptures, Fathers, and Councils. It highlights the uniqueness of the Catholic Church, emphasizing Peter's appointment as the head of the universal Church and the concept of primacy extending through his successors. The chapter also examines debates on papal infallibility, jurisdiction over bishops, and the differences in belief between the Catholic Church and the Orthodox Church regarding primatial authority.