1653 1654 (2823-2825); responsioner S.S.C.S. This inauguration and this growth are both symbolized by the blood and water which flowed from the open side of a crucified Jesus,(5) and are foretold in the words of the Lord referring to His death on the Cross: "And I, if I be lifted up from the earth, will draw all things to myself". 12. (241), Already the final age of the world has come upon us (242) and the renovation of the world is irrevocably decreed and is already anticipated in some kind of a real way; for the Church already on this earth is signed with a sanctity which is real although imperfect. However, it is not understood as some kind of vague disposition, but as an organic reality which requires a juridical form and is animated by charity. (15*) By her maternal charity, she cares for the brethren of her Son, who still journey on earth surrounded by dangers and cultics, until they are led into the happiness of their true home. (1) Credo in Missa Romana: Symbolum Constantinopolitanum: Mansi 3, 566. 302 (600-601) . 23: PL 4, 5S3, Hartel, III A, p. 28S. Pius IX itt. Keeping in mind what they are doing and imitating what they are handling,(8*) these priests, in their apostolic labors, rather than being ensnared by perils and hardships, should rather rise to greater holiness through these perils and hardships. (21) The Miracles of Jesus also confirm that the Kingdom has already arrived on earth: "If I cast out devils by the finger of God, then the kingdom of God has come upon you". S. Thomas In 4m Sent., d. 45, q. : PL S4, 7S9. (22) Before all things, however, the Kingdom is clearly visible in the very Person of Christ, the Son of God and the Son of Man, who came "to serve and to give His life as a ransom for many:"(23). Didache, 15, 1: ib., p. 32. 16. 3 Denz. In the word, in the works, and in the presence of Christ, this kingdom was clearly open to the view of men. 67, 10: PL 9, 4S0; CSEL 22, p. 286. d Decentium: PL 20, 554 A; sansi 3, 1029; Denz. They are warned by the Apostle to live "as becomes saints",(219) and to put on "as God's chosen ones, holy and beloved a heart of mercy, kindness, humility, meekness, patience",(220) and to possess the fruit of the Spirit in holiness. (19) Cfr. (65) Cfr. This is the idea that the bishops, taken as a whole, also possess supreme authority in the Catholic Church. Rob. p. 7. (290), 58. 2, 3: ib., p. 242. They are the original ministers of confirmation, dispensers of sacred Orders and the moderators of penitential discipline, and they earnestly exhort and instruct their people to carry out with faith and reverence their part in the liturgy and especially in the holy sacrifice of the Mass. Lumen Gentium 16 Posted on 28 August 2006 by catholicsensibility Non-Christians get a look by the council bishops, starting with Judaism: Finally, those who have not yet received the Gospel are related in various ways to the people of God. (185) All priests, both diocesan and religious, by reason of Orders and ministry, fit into this body of bishops and priests, and serve the good of the whole Church according to their vocation and the grace given to them. Gentium. B. M., Ms. Paris, Mazarine, 1002, fol. 1; Denz. Nic. Ad coeli Reginam, 11 Oct. 1954: AAS 46 (1954), pp. (252) We strive therefore to please God in all things(253) and we put on the armor of God, that we may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil and resist in the evil day. The Church, then, considers martyrdom as an exceptional gift and as the fullest proof of love. A person is initiated into God's people not by physical birth, but by a . This Sacred Council wishes to turn its attention firstly to the Catholic faithful. S. Petrus Canisius, Catechismus Maior seu Summa Doctrinae christianae, cap. But, rather, the faithful of Christ are called by God from both these states of life so that they might enjoy this particular gift in the life of the Church and thus each in one's own way, may be of some advantage to the salvific mission of the Church.(3*). 3 et q. Castf Connubii, 31 dec. 1930. 4, 6 s. coll. Lumen Gentium, Dogmatic Constitution On the Church, 1964. May all those who are weighed down with poverty, infirmity and sickness, as well as those who must bear various hardships or who suffer persecution for justice sakemay they all know they are united with the suffering Christ in a special way for the salvation of the world. Ad catholici sacerdotii, 20 dec. 1935: AAS 28 (1936) p. 22 s. (8) Ordo consecrationis sacerdotalis, in Exhortatione initiali. The Roman Pontiff, taking account of the Church's welfare, proceeds according to his own discretion in arranging, promoting and approving the exercise of collegial activity. Just as in the Gospel, the Lord so disposing, St. Peter and the other apostles constitute one apostolic college, so in a similar way the Roman Pontiff, the successor of Peter, and the bishops, the successors of the apostles, are joined together. Let them willingly employ their prudent advice. 6-9 (10-13); Symb. From this arises their duty of working to implant and strengthen the Kingdom of Christ in souls and to extend that Kingdom to every clime. 290-292 et 372 ss. Iur. Between all the parts of the Church there remains a bond of close communion whereby they share spiritual riches, apostolic workers and temporal resources. 47. 582-583. Encycl. For this reason the laity, dedicated to Christ and anointed by the Holy Spirit, are marvelously called and wonderfully prepared so that ever more abundant fruits of the Spirit may be produced in them. Constantinopolitanum II, ib. 1, 24, Lc. Without the Church, we do not have the New Testament, the sacraments, sanctifying grace, the magisterium, the saints and their intercession, and the salvific efficacy of the Holy Mass. Encycl. 29. F. Streicher) pas I, pp. The individual bishops, who are placed in charge of particular churches, exercise their pastoral government over the portion of the People of God committed to their care, and not over other churches nor over the universal Church. (11) Cfr. 4; enz. Pius XII, Litt. Cast. I: Mansi S2,1 109 C. (28) Cfr. A council is never ecumenical unless it is confirmed or at least accepted as such by the successor of Peter; and it is prerogative of the Roman Pontiff to convoke these councils, to preside over them and to confirm them. The Church recognizes that in many ways she is linked with those who, being baptized, are honored with the name of Christian, though they do not profess the faith in its entirety or do not preserve unity of communion with the successor of Peter. (73) Cfr. Beda, In Lc. Annus sacer, 1. c., p. 28. All men are called to belong to the new people of God. Just as the priesthood of Christ is shared in various ways both by the ministers and by the faithful, and as the one goodness of God is really communicated in different ways to His creatures, so also the unique mediation of the Redeemer does not exclude but rather gives rise to a manifold cooperation which is but a sharing in this one source. Eccl. (56) Also, in the building up of Christ's Body various members and functions have their part to play. In this, then, their daily work they should climb to the heights of holiness and apostolic activity. III, 16, 6; III, 22, 1-3: PG 7, 925 C-926 Aet 955 C - 958 A; Harvey 2, 87 s. et 120-123; Sagnard, Ed. T HE critical study of the dogmatic Constitution De Ecclesia, also called Lumen gentium is the main axis of the Catholic Counter-Reformation. n. 67. 3, a. Thus by its example and its witness it accuses the world of sin and enlightens those who seek the truth. 62. Serm. (64), From Him "the whole body, supplied and built up by joints and ligaments, attains a growth that is of God". Conc. "(15*) For every genuine testimony of love shown by us to those in heaven, by its very nature tends toward and terminates in Christ who is the "crown of all saints,"(16*) and through Him, in God Who is wonderful in his saints and is magnified in them. 26-30. L. VIII, cap. 44, 2; ed. (8) Cfr. (254) Since however we know not the day nor the hour, on Our Lord's advice we must be constantly vigilant so that, having finished the course of our earthly life,(255) we may merit to enter into the marriage feast with Him and to be numbered among the blessed(256) and that we may not be ordered to go into eternal fire(257) like the wicked and slothful servant,(258) into the exterior darkness where "there will be the weeping and the gnashing of teeth". 18, 1-2, ad Conc. Act 6, 2-6; 11, 30; 13, 1, 14, 23; 20, 17; 1 Thess. Marc. It seeks and experiences those things which are above, where Christ is seated at the right-hand of God, where the life of the Church is hidden with Christ in God until it appears in glory with its Spouse.(49). 2 in Annunt., 18: PG 87 (3), 3237 BD. . Cod. 1890 AAS 22 (1889-90) p. 392. Imitating the mother of her Lord, and by the power of the Holy Spirit, she keeps with virginal purity an entire faith, a firm hope and a sincere charity.(20*). Wherefore this Holy Synod, in expounding the doctrine on the Church, in which the divine Redeemer works salvation, intends to describe with diligence both the role of the Blessed Virgin in the mystery of the Incarnate Word and the Mystical Body, and the duties of redeemed mankind toward the Mother of God, who is mother of Christ and mother of men, particularly of the faithful. Thus every layman, in virtue of the very gifts bestowed upon him, is at the same time a witness and a living instrument of the mission of the Church itself "according to the measure of Christ's bestowal".(197). ib. 1950: AAS 42 (1950) p. 256. (14) S. Augustinus, Civ. Phil. L. 2, 9, 23: PG 93, 894 B. Conc. 63, 14: PL 4, 386; Hartel, III B, p. 713: Saccrdos vice Christi vere fungitur .. S. Io. Nicaenum II, Act. This diversity among its members arises either by reason of their duties, as is the case with those who exercise the sacred ministry for the good of their brethren, or by reason of their condition and state of life, as is the case with those many who enter the religious state and, tending toward holiness by a narrower path, stimulate their brethren by their example. Mystici Corporis, 19 iun. Decr. Rom. (20) Cfr. X, 24-25: PL 15, 1810. (64) Cfr. Act. (51) In this sacred rite a oneness with Christ's death and resurrection is both symbolized and brought about: "For we were buried with Him by means of Baptism into death"; and if "we have been united with Him in the likeness of His death, we shall be so in the likeness of His resurrection also". 1, 8: PG 96, 712 BC-713 A. III, q. On this occasion the Theological Commission makes reference to its Declaration of March 6, 1964, the text of which we transcribe here: "Taking conciliar custom into consideration and also the pastoral purpose of the present Council, the sacred Council defines as binding on the Church only those things in matters of faith and morals which it shall openly declare to be binding. (32*) For this reason the individual bishops represent each his own church, but all of them together and with the Pope represent the entire Church in the bond of peace, love and unity. His mind and will in the matter may be known either from the character of the documents, from his frequent repetition of the same doctrine, or from his manner of speaking. Lumen Gentium - Vatican II's Constitution on the Church. Christ, the great Prophet, who proclaimed the Kingdom of His Father both by the testimony of His life and the power of His words, continually fulfills His prophetic office until the complete manifestation of glory. He therefore chose the race of Israel as a people unto Himself. Dei Filius, 3: Denz. (80) Similarly, the Church encompasses with love all who are afflicted with human suffering and in the poor and afflicted sees the image of its poor and suffering Founder. Eph. 184, a. 37. (132) The Church has received this solemn mandate of Christ to proclaim the saving truth from the apostles and must carry it out to the very ends of the earth. S.S.C.S. S. Io Chrysostomus, In Ephes. According to the encyclical, the Church has two aspects, a visible and an invisible dimension. These in their turn should enthusiastically lend their joint assistance to their pastors and teachers. By. 6, 1: PG 13, 239. Because of the very economy of salvation the faithful should learn how to distinguish carefully between those rights and duties which are theirs as members of the Church, and those which they have as members of human society. He is the head of the Body which is the Church. 247-248. 33. 36. 962-968 (1763-1778), et in specie l an. Thus in their diversity all bear witness to the wonderful unity in the Body of Christ. They are justified in the Lord Jesus, because in the baptism of faith they truly become sons of God and sharers in the divine nature. Rom., ad Cor. (8) Cfr. 1943: ASS 35 (1943) p. 209 et 212. Trid., Sess. Whoever they are they are called upon, as living members, to expend all their energy for the growth of the Church and its continuous sanctification, since this very energy is a gift of the Creator and a blessing of the Redeemer. (13) De consiliis in genere, cfr. Bardy, Sources Chr. (109) (7*) From the wedlock of Christians there comes the family, in which new citizens of human society are born, who by the grace of the Holy Spirit received in baptism are made children of God, thus perpetuating the people of God through the centuries. This it intends to do following faithfully the teaching of previous councils. Nor should they omit to pray for those placed over them, for they keep watch as having to render an account of their souls, so that they may do this with joy and not with grief. This determination of power can consist in the granting of a particular office or in the allotment of subjects, and it is done according to the norms approved by the supreme authority. 17. This is explicitly affirmed in n. 22, 12, and is explained at the end of that section. (3) Cfr. Hartel, p. 696. Encycl. 3, ad 1.) Pastor aeternus. The Church has always believed that the apostles and Christ's martyrs who had given the supreme witness of faith and charity by the shedding of their blood, are closely joined with us in Christ, and she has always venerated them with special devotion, together with the Blessed Virgin Mary and the holy angels. They further offer their members the support of fraternal association in the militia of Christ and of liberty strengthened by obedience. Finally, Christian spouses, in virtue of the sacrament of Matrimony, whereby they signify and partake of the mystery of that unity and fruitful love which exists between Christ and His Church,(108) help each other to attain to holiness in their married life and in the rearing and education of their children. Lateranense anni 649, Can. (7*) In like manner, these institutes may be left or committed to the charge of the proper patriarchical authority. Hom. Let them strive to reconcile the two, remembering that in every temporal affair they must be guided by a Christian conscience, since even in secular business there is no human activity which can be withdrawn from God's dominion. It has been argued that, in fact, all the (22*) And at the same time, in conformity with our own pastoral interests, we urge all concerned, if any abuses, excesses or defects have crept in here or there, to do what is in their power to remove or correct them, and to restore all things to a fuller praise of Christ and of God. Una Ecclesia per totum mundum in multa membra divisa .. Epist. ecplicatio Gasscr in Conc. I Oec. (10) Cfr. (280) Then the whole Church of the saints in the supreme happiness of charity will adore God and "the Lamb who was slain",(281) proclaiming with one voice: "To Him who sits upon the throne, and to the Lamb blessing, and honor, and glory, and dominion forever and ever". 840 (1580). Rather John XXIII believed it necessary for the Church to face the challenges of the modern world. 41. (285) She stands out among the poor and humble of the Lord, who confidently hope for and receive salvation from Him. S. Thomas, Summa Theol. I, Const. It pertains to the competent territorial bodies of bishops, of one kind or another, with the approval of the Supreme Pontiff, to decide whether and where it is opportune for such deacons to be established for the care of souls. 13, 7: Eccli 44-50, Nebr. S. Andreas Cret., Hom. (10) He is the Spirit of Life, a fountain of water springing up to life eternal. The full document is available on the internet. But the whole process of Vatican II, including this document, did prove to be a catalyst for ecumenical dialogue in many ways. Such a multiple and miraculous growth augments both the progress of the members of these various religious families themselves and the welfare of the entire Body of Christ. The pope promulgated the document on November 21, 1964, during the third year of the council. 18 There is, first, that people to whom the covenants and promises were made, and from whom Christ was born according to the flesh (cf. "Behold the days shall come saith the Lord, and I will make a new covenant with the House of Israel, and with the house of Judah . 3:16; 6:19) guiding the Church in the way of all truth (cf. These people follow the poor Christ, the humble and cross-bearing Christ in order to be worthy of being sharers in His glory. The heart of this document its teaching in chapter five that the call to holiness is not limited to any one state in life, but is indeed universal, embracing all baptized Christians. Iovin. Rom. S. Thomas, Summa Theol. The Lord Jesus set it on its course by preaching the Good News, that is, the coming of the Kingdom of God, which, for centuries, had been promised in the Scriptures: "The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand"(18). Conc. The supreme power in the universal Church, which this college enjoys, is exercised in a solemn way in an ecumenical council. 64. (68) Cfr. These laymen spend themselves completely in apostolic labors, working the Lord's field with much success.(10*). custoditur ,., cfr. Sacramentarium Leonianum, ed. (43) Cfr. 16:18; Eph. (7*) All this they should do in emulation of those priests who often, down through the course of the centuries, left an outstanding example of the holiness of humble and hidden service. 28:18; Mk. Apost. All priests, and especially those who are called "diocesan priests," due to the special title of their ordination, should keep continually before their minds the fact that their faithful loyalty toward and their generous cooperation with their bishop is of the greatest value in their growth in holiness. The task of proclaiming the Gospel everywhere on earth pertains to the body of pastors, to all of whom in common Christ gave His command, thereby imposing upon them a common duty, as Pope Celestine in his time recommended to the Fathers of the Council of Ephesus. Dedicated to duties of charity and of administration, let deacons be mindful of the admonition of Blessed Polycarp: "Be merciful, diligent, walking according to the truth of the Lord, who became the servant of all."(75*). (50*) For in their locality these are the new People called by God, in the Holy Spirit and in much fullness. When she presented Him to the Lord in the temple, making the offering of the poor, she heard Simeon foretelling at the same time that her Son would be a sign of contradiction and that a sword would pierce the mother's soul, that out of many hearts thoughts might be revealed. 186 ratings, 4.42 average rating, 23 reviews. et. These pastors, chosen to shepherd the Lord's flock of the elect, are servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God,(151) to whom has been assigned the bearing of witness to the Gospel of the grace of God,(152) and the ministration of the Spirit and of justice in glory.(153). This same state of life is accurately exemplified and perpetually made present in the Church. 27-30, Episcopo tribuitur primatus sacerdotii. Cfr. To Him all things are made subject until He subjects Himself and all created things to the Father that God may be all in all. Prof. fidei Trid. "For just as in one body we have many members, yet all the members have not the same function, so we, the many, are one body in Christ, but severally members one of another". Thus, as those everywhere who adore in holy activity, the laity consecrate the world itself to God. 7 de Hierosolymis: Conc. Sous la maternclle protection, 9 dec. 1957: AAS 50 (19S8) p. 36. Thus it has come about, that, as if on a tree which has grown in the field of the Lord, various forms of solidarity and community life, as well as various religious families have branched out in a marvelous and multiple way from this divinely given seed. In the first place amongst these there are the Muslims, who, professing to hold the faith of Abraham, along with us adore the one and merciful God, who on the last day will judge mankind. Boston. Vat. Magnificate Dominum, 2 nov. 1954: AAS 46 (1954) p. 669. Similarly, by their state in life, religious give splendid and striking testimony that the world cannot be transformed and offered to God without the spirit of the beatitudes. Lumen Gentium (Light of the nations) was promulgated by Pope Paul V. (9) S. Hieronymus, Epist. VII: Denz. Bellarmino): Mansi 51, I 579 C, necnon Schema reformatum I Const. Nicaenum, I can. In order to reach this perfection the faithful should . Ang Lumen Gentium(kahulugan sa Latin: "Liwanag ng mga Bansa"), ang Dogmatikong Konstitusyon ukol sa Simbahanay isa sa mga pangunahing dokumento ng Ikalawang Konsilyo Vatikano. (101) The baptized, by regeneration and the anointing of the Holy Spirit, are consecrated as a spiritual house and a holy priesthood, in order that through all those works which are those of the Christian man they may offer spiritual sacrifices and proclaim the power of Him who has called them out of darkness into His marvelous light. ier., 1, 2: PG 3, 372 D. (67) Cfr. Until the Lord shall come in His majesty, and all the angels with Him (266) and death being destroyed, all things are subject to Him,(277) some of His disciples are exiles on earth, some having died are purified, and others are in glory beholding "clearly God Himself triune and one, as He is";(1*) but all in various ways and degrees are in communion in the same charity of God and neighbor and all sing the same hymn of glory to our God. The Role of the Blessed Mother in the Economy of Salvation. Hacr. 54. Those who approach the sacrament of Penance obtain pardon from the mercy of God for the offence committed against Him and are at the same time reconciled with the Church, which they have wounded by their sins, and which by charity, example, and prayer seeks their conversion. Taken up to heaven she did not lay aside this salvific duty, but by her constant intercession continued to bring us the gifts of eternal salvation. Hom. 232, 2: col. 1108. Leo XIII, Epist. . 6, Decretum de iustificatione, can. (186) Becoming from the heart a pattern to the flock,(187) let them so lead and serve their local community that it may worthily be called by that name, by which the one and entire people of God is signed, namely, the Church of God. The people of God have no lasting city here below, but look forward to one that is to come. "(84) By the power of the risen Lord it is given strength that it might, in patience and in love, overcome its sorrows and its challenges, both within itself and from without, and that it might reveal to the world, faithfully though darkly, the mystery of its Lord until, in the end, it will be manifested in full light. They ought to fulfill this duty in such a way that it will be the principal means also of their own sanctification. 56. 1:11-12; 1 Cor. Sixteen major documents were produced: two dogmatic and pastoral constitutions, nine decrees and three declarations. Pius XII Litt. Vatican Council II. S. Augustinus, Bapt. 940 (1743). Sl, 2, 3: PL 38, 33S; Serm. And it is intimated also in the practice, introduced in ancient times, of summoning several bishops to take part in the elevation of the newly elected to the ministry of the high priesthood. That divine mission, entrusted by Christ to the apostles, will last until the end of the world,(147) since the Gospel they are to teach is for all time the source of all life for the Church. : Denz. (60) Conc. Encycl. S. Ignatius M., Smyrn 8, 1: ed. They must devote themselves with all their being to the glory of God and the service of their neighbor. Miserentissimus, 8 maii 1928: AAS 20 (1928) p. 178. (214) He united her to Himself as His own body and brought it to perfection by the gift of the Holy Spirit for God's glory. Vat. (125) On account of their fathers this people remains most dear to God, for God does not repent of the gifts He makes nor of the calls He issues. Pius XI, Litt. 1956: AAS 48 (1956) p. 574 s. (5) Cfr. Pius XI, Litt. (15) Cfr. A great many wonderful things are to be hoped for from this familiar dialogue between the laity and their spiritual leaders: in the laity a strengthened sense of personal responsibility; a renewed enthusiasm; a more ready application of their talents to the projects of their spiritual leaders. Apost. Tertullianus, Exhort. The order of bishops, which succeeds to the college of apostles and gives this apostolic body continued existence, is also the subject of supreme and full power over the universal Church, provided we understand this body together with its head the Roman Pontiff and never without this head. I: Mansi 52, 1213 AC. Encycl. Relatio Kleutgen de Schemate reformato: Mansi S3, 321 B - 322 B et declaratio Zinelli: Mansi 52 1110 A. Vide etiam S. Leonem M. Scrm. (14) The Church, which the Spirit guides in way of all truth(15) and which He unified in communion and in works of ministry, He both equips and directs with hierarchical and charismatic gifts and adorns with His fruits. But the faithful, in virtue of their royal priesthood, join in the offering of the Eucharist. Step by step He taught and prepared this people, making known in its history both Himself and the decree of His will and making it holy unto Himself. III, de utilitate chrismatis: PG 150, 569-580. II, 22: PGS, 432 B. Ps.-Dionysius, Eccl. virg. Encycl. 63, a. Christ the Lord, High Priest taken from among men,(100) made the new people "a kingdom and priests to God the Father". Vaticanum II Const. I, Sess. III, Const. (272)(5*) Thus by their brotherly interest our weakness is greatly strengthened. (259) For before we reign with Christ in glory, all of us will be made manifest "before the tribunal of Christ, so that each one may receive what he has won through the body, according to his works, whether good or evil"(260) and at the end of the world "they who have done good shall come forth unto resurrection of life; but those who have done evil unto resurrection of judgment". 23, cap. Without hierarchical communion the ontologico-sacramental function [munus], which is to be distinguished from the juridico-canonical aspect, cannot be exercised. I, Const. The word "only" takes in all cases. Conc. The Golden Anniversary: A Summary of the Vatican II Documents. (117) It was for this purpose that God sent His Son, whom He appointed heir of all things,(118) that be might be teacher, king and priest of all, the head of the new and universal people of the sons of God. 983 (1820); Sess. (6) Cfr. II de Ecclesia Christi, cum I commentario Kleutgen: Mansi 53, 313 AB. In the first place, the shepherds of Christ's flock must holily and eagerly, humbly and courageously carry out their ministry, in imitation of the eternal high Priest, the Shepherd and Guardian of our souls. The faithful of Christ bind themselves to the three aforesaid counsels either by vows, or by other sacred bonds, which are like vows in their purpose. 8, 1; 14, 22-23; 20, 17, et passim. Ad coeli Reginam, 11 oct. 1954: AAS 46 (1954) p. 637. Let neither the use of the things of this world nor attachment to riches, which is against the spirit of evangelical poverty, hinder them in their quest for perfect love. 6: Denz. 694 (1307) et Conc. (32) The true vine is Christ who gives life and the power to bear abundant fruit to the branches, that is, to us, who through the Church remain in Christ without whom we can do nothing. Assignatos sibi greges singuli singulos Christi nomine pascunt et regunt. Chrysostomus, In Io. 12: PG 96, 1358 D. (5) Cfr. (16) De praxi effectiva consiliorum quae non omnibus imponitur, cfr. 96 Neh. When the work which the Father gave the Son to do on earth (9) was accomplished, the Holy Spirit was sent on the day of Pentecost in order that He might continually sanctify the Church, and thus, all those who believe would have access through Christ in one Spirit to the Father. 3. Helpful. 3, ed. M., Philad., 1, 1; Magn. I. Schema De Ecclesia Christi, cap. (59) Leo XIII, Epist. Miserentissimus Redemptor, 8 maii 1928: AAS 20 (1928) p. 171 s. Pius XII Alloc. Eusebius, Hist. (12) The Spirit dwells in the Church and in the hearts of the faithful, as in a temple. 340, 1: PL 38, 1483. (25) Tertullianus, de Iciunio, 13: PL 2, 972 B; CSFL 20, p. 292,lin. (47*), 26. 15. (22) Cfr. Encycl. pp. Pius XII, Alloc. It is true that those in holy orders can at times be engaged in secular activities, and even have a secular profession. I, Const.Dogm. Litt. Celebrating the Eucharistic sacrifice therefore, we are most closely united to the Church in heaven in communion with and venerating the memory first of all of the glorious ever-Virgin Mary, of Blessed Joseph and the blessed apostles and martyrs and of all the saints. Mt. However, the Commission has decided that it should not enter into question of liceity and validity. Given in Rome at St. Peter's on November 21, 1964. S. Thomas, Summa Theol. 62, a. (1) Missale Romanum, Gloria in excelsis. 1. 61, 2: PL 35, 1800, et alibi saepe. Therefore, from divine choice the laity have Christ for their brothers who though He is the Lord of all, came not to be served but to serve. (47) The Church, while on earth it journeys in a foreign land away from the Lord,(48) is like in exile.
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