The first witness is St. Clement, a disciple of the Apostles, who, after Linus and Anacletus, succeeded St. Peter as the fourth in the list of popes. In his "Epistle to the Corinthians", written in 95 or 96, he bids them receive back the bishops whom a turbulent faction among them had expelled.
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The pope (from Latin: "papa" or "father" from Greek πάππας, pappas) is the Bishop of Rome and as such, is leader of the worldwide Catholic Church (that is,
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Encyclopedia: List of popes
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While the term "Pope" (Latin: papa "father'") is used in several Churches to denote their high spiritual leaders (e.g. Coptic Pope), this title in English usage can by itself refer to the head of the ...
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The Roman Pontiff, as the successor of Peter, is the perpetual and visible principle and foundation of unity of both the bishops and of the faithful.; LUMEN GENTIUM, 23 John Paul II...
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Jan 1, 2010 Pope Benedict XVI championed the environment in the Vatican's annual World Day of Peace message.
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This biography examines the life, character and legacy of Pope John Paul II. The roots of the Pope's ardent devotion to the Virgin Mary and what she has meant to him throughout his life; Assessments from friends, scholars and journalists who have studied and analyzed his life and papacy;
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Pope John Paul II (1920- ) is said to be the most recognized person in the world. He is the most traveled Pope in the 2,000 year history of the Church and speaks eight languages. Chosen by the College of Cardinals to lead the Roman Catholic Church. He is number 265 in a long list of Popes. (or is he #264?)
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Patron Saint Index: The Popes of the Church Saints Index Page | Catholic Community Forum | Contact Author | Message Board Saint Anacletus I...
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