This overview is about the issues in the catholic church. At first it covers a brief overview about the history of the first general council of nicea in 325. Then it gives information about the situation and the rights and obligations of catholic clergy. At the end it mentions the importance of youth involvement in the liturgical life of the catholic church.
At a glance
- Describes 23 autonomous Eastern and Western Churches in communion with the Pope
- Discusses youth liturgical formation with reference to Canon 835
- Provides recommendations for youth liturgical participation, including parish youth councils
Table of Contents
1. BRIEF HISTORY OF THE FIRST GENERAL COUNCIL OF NICEA 325
1.1 DATE AND VENUE
1.2 ATTENDANCE
1.3 AGENDA OF THE COUNCIL
1.4 OTHER MATTERS
1.5 CLOSURE
2. BRIEF HISTORICAL SURVEY OF BEAUTIFICATION AND CANONIZATION OF SAINTS
3. CATHOLICS DO NOT WORSHIP STATUES AND IMAGES
3.1 INFANT BAPTISM
4. IS THE CATHOLIC CHURCH A COMMUNION OF CHURCHES UNDER THE POPE?
5. OBLIGATIONS AND RIGHTS OF THE LAITY IN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
6. RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS OF CATHOLIC CLERGY
7. THE CARDINALS OF THE HOLY ROMAN CHURCH
7.1 Roles and Functions:
7.2 There are 3 Orders of Cardinals:
7.3 Qualifications for Appointment as Cardinal:
7.4 Composition of College of Cardinals:
7.5 7 Suburbicarian Sees of Rome:
7.6 Consistories - where the collegial assistance given by the College of Cardinals to the Pope is ordinarily done.
7.7 4 prerogatives of Cardinals
7.8 Age of Retirement:
8. THE IMPORTANCE OF YOUTH INVOLVEMENT IN THE LITURGICAL LIFE OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
Objectives and Themes
This work examines selected aspects of Catholic history, doctrine, governance and pastoral life. It seeks to explain practices and institutions, address questions about Catholic beliefs and church organization, and encourage youth participation in liturgical life.
- The First Council of Nicaea and its historical context
- The development of veneration and canonization of saints
- Catholic teaching on religious images and infant baptism
- Church communion, papal authority and the College of Cardinals
- The rights and obligations of laity and clergy
- Youth formation and participation in the liturgy
Excerpt from the Book
THE IMPORTANCE OF YOUTH INVOLVEMENT IN THE LITURGICAL LIFE OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
The importance of the presence of youth in catholic communities in the world cannot be over-emphasized. The undeniable fact remains that the youth in the church are the future of the church. In this regard youth formation has a significant implication for the future of the church. Attention to the young ones in the Christian community helps greatly to deepen their relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ through bestowal of grace, community prayer and liturgical experiences. Therefore, negligence in the area of youth formation is tantamount to discouraging involvement of youth in the life of the church.
There are many laudable things that could be said of the indefatigable efforts the pastors are making to build the church and maintain church life; to bring the living Christ to bear on the life of the members of the Church in various parishes. However, with sincerity, much is left to be desired in the care that is rendered to the youth in some churches. There are parishes that could be used as good example, which are well ahead in youth formation and promotion of youth participation in the life of the church in varied ways, yet there are many parishes which unfortunately and virtually lack attention to the youth.
The youth need support and direction in every aspect of their lives because they are most often vulnerable and anxious in the face of increasing socio-economic problems cropping up in many countries of the world. In their search to reach the means of realizing their life dreams they need adequate direction and support from their parents as well as their respective Christian communities in order that they may not be misled through varied deceptive voices in our world today.
Youth ministry is not a new concept in the church; organized catholic outreach to youth has far and long history due to its usefulness and indispensability in the church. Canon 835 of the 1983 code clearly points out the need to exercise the sanctifying office in the church. The diocesan bishops are presented as the principal moderators, promoters and guardians of the entire liturgical life in the churches entrusted to them. In the likewise manner the priests, deacons and other members of the Christ’s faithful are mentioned as having their own parts in the same sanctifying office in the church. Married Catholics and parents have special share in this office when they live their married life in a Christian spirit and provide for the Christian education of their children.
Chapter Summaries
1. BRIEF HISTORY OF THE FIRST GENERAL COUNCIL OF NICEA 325: This chapter outlines the council’s participants, agenda and response to Arianism. It also discusses disciplinary canons and the council’s closure.
2. BRIEF HISTORICAL SURVEY OF BEAUTIFICATION AND CANONIZATION OF SAINTS: This historical survey traces the veneration of martyrs and confessors and changes in ecclesiastical authority over causes of saints. It also discusses papal decrees and later legislation.
3. CATHOLICS DO NOT WORSHIP STATUES AND IMAGES: The author distinguishes the veneration of saints from the worship of God, drawing on biblical passages and catechetical teaching. A subsection presents arguments for infant baptism.
4. IS THE CATHOLIC CHURCH A COMMUNION OF CHURCHES UNDER THE POPE?: This chapter describes Eastern and Western Catholic Churches, their rites and their relationship to the pope. It also outlines papal powers and institutions that assist the Roman Pontiff.
5. OBLIGATIONS AND RIGHTS OF THE LAITY IN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH: This chapter lists lay responsibilities and rights relating to family life, Christian education, church service and participation in liturgical functions.
6. RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS OF CATHOLIC CLERGY: This chapter enumerates clerical duties and rights concerning ministry, spiritual life, education, remuneration and conduct.
7. THE CARDINALS OF THE HOLY ROMAN CHURCH: This chapter explains the orders, appointment, functions and privileges of cardinals. It also describes the College of Cardinals, suburbicarian sees and consistories.
8. THE IMPORTANCE OF YOUTH INVOLVEMENT IN THE LITURGICAL LIFE OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH: This chapter discusses the responsibilities of families and parishes for youth formation. It offers recommendations for encouraging young people’s participation in worship and parish life.
Keywords
Council of Nicaea, Arianism, canonization, veneration of saints, religious images, infant baptism, Eastern Catholic Churches, papal authority, canon law, laity, clergy, College of Cardinals, youth ministry, liturgical participation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this work about?
It explores selected questions of Catholic history, belief, church governance and pastoral practice.
What are its central themes?
The themes include early church history, sainthood, religious images, baptism, papal authority, the roles of clergy and laity, and youth participation in worship.
What is the work’s main objective?
It aims to explain Catholic teachings and institutions, address questions about particular practices, and encourage youth formation and participation in church life.
What method does the author use?
The work uses historical and doctrinal discussion, drawing on biblical passages, church writings, catechetical texts and canon law. It does not present a formal empirical research method.
What does the main body cover?
It moves from the Council of Nicaea and the history of sainthood to Catholic practices, church governance, the roles of church members and youth ministry.
Which keywords characterize the work?
Key terms include Nicaea, canonization, religious images, infant baptism, papal authority, canon law, cardinals and youth ministry.
How does the work describe Catholic Churches under the pope?
It describes a communion of autonomous Eastern and Western Churches united under the Bishop of Rome and identifies several Eastern liturgical traditions.
What does the chapter on cardinals explain?
It outlines their orders, qualifications, functions, privileges and participation in consistories, as well as the composition of the College of Cardinals.
What proposals are made for youth participation?
The author discusses measures such as diocesan youth structures, parish youth councils, youth Masses, choirs and catechesis.
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- Ignatius Ayivor (Autor:in), 2007, Brief overview of the organisation and function of the catholic church, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/383648
