Paul VI’s Apostolic Constitution ‘Divinae Consortium Naturae’: A Liturgical Milestone

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Exploring the Influence and Implications of the Sacrament of Confirmation in the Modern Catholic Church His Holiness Pope Paul VI’s Apostolic Constitution “Divinae consortium naturae,” published in 1971, offers a profound insight into the Catholic Church’s understanding and teaching on the sacrament of confirmation. This eight-page document, primarily in Latin, was released in the wake […]

Ordination Across Christian Denominations

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Ordination in Christianity, known in Greek as “χειροτονία” (cheirotonia), derived from “χείρ” (hand) and “τένω” (to stretch), etymologically signifies the laying on of hands. This practice, deeply rooted in both scripture and tradition, varies in interpretation and application among different Christian denominations. The concept of ordination represents a pivotal rite in many Christian traditions, encompassing […]