1462. Forgiveness of sins brings reconciliation with God, but also with the Church. Since ancient times the bishop, visible head of a particular Church, has thus rightfully been considered to be the one who principally has the power and ministry of reconciliation: he is the moderator of the penitential discipline.66 Priests, his collaborators, exercise it to the extent that they have received the commission either from their bishop (or religious superior) or the Pope, according to the law of the Church.67
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103. What does the Gospel teach about the mysteries of the birth and infancy of Jesus?
212. In what does hell consist?
402. What is the relationship between the person and society?
232. What is the relationship between the sacraments and everlasting life?
268. What is the effect of Confirmation?
419. What place does the Old Law have in the plan of salvation?
555. When is thanksgiving given to God?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
How to deal with anger and anger, according to Proverbs 15:1-2?
Understanding God’s sovereignty through the Psalms (Psalm 33:6-9)
What is the importance of being faithful to sound doctrine?
What do the horseman, angel, and Lord symbolize in Zechariah’s vision described in Zechariah 1:8-17?
