860. In the office of the apostles there is one aspect that cannot be transmitted: to be the chosen witnesses of the Lord’s Resurrection and so the foundation stones of the Church. But their office also has a permanent aspect. Christ promised to remain with them always. the divine mission entrusted by Jesus to them “will continue to the end of time, since the Gospel they handed on is the lasting source of all life for the Church. Therefore, . . . the apostles took care to appoint successors.”373
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
12. What is Apostolic Tradition?
442. What is implied in the affirmation of God: “I am the Lord your God” (Exodus 20:2)?
541. From whom did Jesus learn how to pray?
45. Can the mystery of the Most Holy Trinity be known by the light of human reason alone?
141. What did the Holy Spirit accomplish in John the Baptist?
483. When is it morally permitted to use military force?
269. Who can receive this sacrament?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What does James 5:7-11 teach us about patience in times of suffering?
What is the importance of persevering in the faith, according to 2 John 1:8?
What do the horseman, angel, and Lord symbolize in Zechariah’s vision described in Zechariah 1:8-17?
What is the message of Nahum 1:7-8 about God’s faithfulness in the midst of chaos?
