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#507 Understanding Church Councils - Paul Senz
Oct 4, 2023
Paul Senz, author of 'Church Councils: 100 Questions and Answers', discusses the nature and significance of church councils, the historical relationship between church and state, the ongoing impact of the Second Vatican Council, the relationship between councils and scripture, and the evolution of language used in church councils.
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- Church councils have shaped and formed the Faith for every living Christian, whether Catholic, Orthodox, or Protestant, and are based on the authority given by Christ to the apostles.
- The decisions made by councils do not necessarily put an end to all related debates or battles, highlighting the complex and dynamic nature of the Church and its teachings.
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Overview of Church Councils
There have been 21 Ecumenical Councils in the history of the Catholic Church. These councils bring together all the bishops from around the world in union with the Pope to address various needs of the Church, such as doctrinal issues or practical matters. While the Ecumenical Councils are known for their importance and authority, it should be noted that there are other types of councils within the Church as well, like pastoral or finance councils.
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