886. “The individual bishops are the visible source and foundation of unity in their own particular Churches.”408 As such, they “exercise their pastoral office over the portion of the People of God assigned to them,”409 assisted by priests and deacons. But, as a member of the episcopal college, each bishop shares in the concern for all the Churches.410 The bishops exercise this care first “by ruling well their own Churches as portions of the universal Church,” and so contributing “to the welfare of the whole Mystical Body, which, from another point of view, is a corporate body of Churches.”411 They extend it especially to the poor,412 to those persecuted for the faith, as well as to missionaries who are working throughout the world.
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
150. What is the mission of the Church?
391. What does the acceptance of God’s mercy require from us?
520. By what is love for the poor inspired?
487. What responsibility do human persons have in regard to their own sexual identity?
10. What is the value of private revelations?
358. What is the root of human dignity?
462. Are family bonds an absolute good?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
How important is the supremacy of Christ according to Colossians 1:15-20?
The importance of hospitality and caring for others: The generosity of Tobias and his wife Sara.
How is prayer seen in the Psalms as an expression of dependence on God?
