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    Article 9: "I Believe in the Holy Catholic Church, the Communion of Saints"

    1. Nature and Mission of the Church:


    o The Church is a community of believers in Jesus Christ, baptized, and in
    communion with the Pope.
    o Requirements to Belong to the Church:
    1. Belief in Jesus as Christ.
    2. Baptism.
    3. Communion with the Pope.
    2. Mission of the Church:
    o Establishing God’s Kingdom through evangelization (proclaiming the Gospel)
    and sacramentalization (sanctifying through sacraments).
    3. Symbols of the Church:
    o People of God: Unity of believers from all nations.
    o Body of Christ: Spiritual body with Christ as the head.
    o Bride of Christ: Church as the bride and Christ as the groom.
    o Flock of Christ: Jesus as the shepherd guiding His community.
    4. Four Characteristics of the Church:
    o One: United under one faith and leadership (the Pope).
    o Holy: Guided by the Holy Spirit; members strive for holiness.
    o Catholic: Universal, open to all people.
    o Apostolic: Founded on the Apostles and their teachings, with Apostolic
    Succession (unbroken line of bishops).
    5. The Communion of Saints:
    o States of the Church:

     Pilgrim Church (on earth),


     Suffering Church (in Purgatory),
     Glorified Church (in Heaven).
    o Canonized Saints: Officially recognized saints in Heaven.
    o Adoration vs. Veneration:
     Adoration is worship reserved for God alone.
     Veneration is honor given to saints.

    Article 10: "I Believe in the Forgiveness of Sins"

    1. Nature of Sin:
    o Definition: Sin is a deliberate act against God’s Commandments.
    o Types of Sins:
     Venial Sin: Minor offense; wounds the soul, excusable.
     Mortal Sin: Grave offense; requires Sacrament of Penance.
    o Difference between Sin and Mistake: Sin requires intent and awareness;
    mistakes are unintentional.
    2. Power of the Keys:
    o Jesus granted the Apostles, particularly St. Peter, the authority to forgive sins.
    o Requirements for Forgiveness:

    1. Repentance: Sincere regret.


    2. Resolution: Strong intent to avoid sin.
    3. Reparation: Making amends for harm caused.
    o Confession to the Church:

     Follows Jesus’ institution of the Sacrament of Penance.


     Ensures reconciliation with both God and the Church community.
    3. Proofs of Belief in Forgiveness:
    o Peace of Mind: Assurance of God’s grace.
    o Forgiving Others: Reflects belief in God’s mercy.

    Apostles' Creed Articles 11 & 12


    1. Resurrection and Judgment: Two types - Particular (individual) and Universal (at the
    end of time).
    2. Eschatology: Study of last things, including death, resurrection, and the final judgment.
    3. Purgatory: State of purification before entering Heaven.
    4. Heaven and Hell: Heaven as eternal communion with God, Hell as eternal separation.

     The Beatific Vision: Direct, eternal contemplation of God in Heaven.

     Special Days and Traditions

     November 2: All Souls' Day, dedicated to praying for the souls in Purgatory.
     "Memento Mori": A reminder of mortality and the need for spiritual preparedness.

     Creed’s End with "Amen": An affirmation of faith and belief in the statements within the
    Creed.

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