c. I Tim. (23) Cfr. November 21, 1964. Let them strive to reconcile the two, remembering that in every temporal affair they must be guided by a Christian conscience, since even in secular business there is no human activity which can be withdrawn from God's dominion. (75) S. Polycarpus, Ad Phil. They are called there by God that by exercising their proper function and led by the spirit of the Gospel they may work for the sanctification of the world from within as a leaven. III, 16, 6; III, 22, 1-3: PG 7, 925 C-926 Aet 955 C - 958 A; Harvey 2, 87 s. et 120-123; Sagnard, Ed. luris pro Eccl. (248) And therefore "while we are in the body, we are exiled from the Lord (249) and having the first-fruits of the Spirit we groan within ourselves(250) and we desire to be with Christ"'. It is up to the judgment of the Supreme Pontiff, to whose care Christ's whole flock has been entrusted, to determine, according to the needs of the Church as they change over the course of centuries, the way in which this care may best be exercisedwhether in a personal or a collegial way. The bishops are owed this respect because of their pastoral authority in their own churches and because of the need of unity and harmony in the apostolate.(8*). By reason of their state and rank in life they have their own special gift among the people of God. They must devote themselves with all their being to the glory of God and the service of their neighbor. Encycl. Pastor aeternis: Denz. 20-21. Vat. (86) Christ instituted this new covenant, the new testament, that is to say, in His Blood,(87) calling together a people made up of Jew and gentile, making them one, not according to the flesh but in the Spirit. This Sacred Council, following closely in the footsteps of the First Vatican Council, with that Council teaches and declares that Jesus Christ, the eternal Shepherd, established His holy Church, having sent forth the apostles as He Himself had been sent by the Father;(136) and He willed that their successors, namely the bishops, should be shepherds in His Church even to the consummation of the world. He did this that He might sanctify her. Nic. Christ is the Light of nations. S. Gregorius M., Hom in Evang. 268, 2: PL 38 232, ct alibi. Innocentius I, 1. c. S. Gregorius Naz., Apol. : Ed. Sacramentarium Gregorianum: PL 78, 160 B.Vel C. Mohlberg, Liber Sactamentorum romanae ecclesiae, Romao 195O, p. 111, XC:.Deus, qui ex omni coaptacione sanctorum aeternum tibi condis habitaculum.. Hymnus Urbs Ierusalem beata in Breviario monastico, et Coclest urbs Ierusalem in Breviario Romano. Christ, becoming obedient even unto death and because of this exalted by the Father,(206) entered into the glory of His kingdom. Pius XII, Litt. Oct 1958 John 23rd elected Pope Jan 1959 John 23 summoned council 1960 John 23rd 1961 died June 3rd 1963 Oct - Dec Opening of the Council Paul 6th became 1962 Pope June 23rd 1963 Oct - Dec Second session 1963 Oct - Dec Third session 1964 Oct - Dec Fourth session 1965 They should ever nourish and strengthen their action from an abundance of contemplation, doing all this for the comfort of the entire Church of God. Trid. Vat. Encycl. (94) So it is that that messianic people, although it does not actually include all men, and at times may look like a small flock, is nonetheless a lasting and sure seed of unity, hope and salvation for the whole human race. Full membership in the Church involves those who live under the visible representative of Christ. 1 et 5. : Denz. 184, a. In LG 16, the council addresses the important question regarding the possible fate of the unevangelized who, through no fault of their ownthe invincibly ignoranthave failed to respond to the Gospel. III, q. S. Cyprianus, Epist. (1*) In the present era of time the Church was constituted and, by the outpouring of the Spirit, was made manifest. 4. In like manner the Episcopal bodies of today are in a position to render a manifold and fruitful assistance, so that this collegiate feeling may be put into practical application. Uninterruptedly He renews it and leads it to perfect union with its Spouse. 64. C. Theodorus Mops., from. ", **The following was published as an appendix to the official Latin version of the Constitution on the Church.**. Taken up to heaven she did not lay aside this salvific duty, but by her constant intercession continued to bring us the gifts of eternal salvation. 2: col. 357. (33), Often the Church has also been called the building of God. Cod. 2008 2382 et passim. Can., can. Sapientae christianae, 10 ian. Trid., Sess. Mediator Dei 20 nov. 1947: AAS 39 (1947), paesertim p. 552 s. (7) I Cor. (54) Cfr. Ephesinum, ib. In this way they are really made holy. (25) From this source the Church, equipped with the gifts of its Founder and faithfully guarding His precepts of charity, humility and self-sacrifice, receives the mission to proclaim and to spread among all peoples the Kingdom of Christ and of God and to be, on earth, the initial budding forth of that kingdom. He is the image of the invisible God and in Him all things came into being. At the same time, however, because she belongs to the offspring of Adam she is one with all those who are to be saved. This Church of Christ is truly present in all legitimate local congregations of the faithful which, united with their pastors, are themselves called churches in the New Testament. (5) Cfr. S. Cyprianus, Epist. Conc. 46 (47) 2: PG 58, 78, de fermento in massa. II-II, q. They lovingly believe in God the Father Almighty and in Christ, the Son of God and Saviour. Encycl : Mediator Dei: AAS 39 (1947) p . 117:22. S.Hieronymus, Adv. (269)(3*) For after they have been received into their heavenly home and are present to the Lord,(270) through Him and with Him and in Him they do not cease to intercede with the Father for us,(4*) showing forth the merits which they won on earth through the one Mediator between God and man,(271) serving God in all things and filling up in their flesh those things which are lacking of the sufferings of Christ for His Body which is the Church. And in order that the episcopate itself might be one and undivided, He placed Blessed Peter over the other apostles, and instituted in him a permanent and visible source and foundation of unity of faith and communion. Lumen Gentium, Dogmatic Constitution On the Church, 1964. Hom. However, until there shall be new heavens and a new earth in which justice dwells,(243) the pilgrim Church in her sacraments and institutions, which pertain to this present time, has the appearance of this world which is passing and she herself dwells among creatures who groan and travail in pain until now and await the revelation of the sons of God.(244). (239) Rising from the dead(240) He sent His life-giving Spirit upon His disciples and through Him has established His Body which is the Church as the universal sacrament of salvation. Provida Mater, 1. c., p. 1145. (22) Conc. Encycl. This must be admitted of necessity so that the fullness of power belonging to the Roman Pontiff is not called into question. De Sacra Liturgia, cap. (6*) Furthermore, the hierarchy, following with docility the prompting of the Holy Spirit, accepts the rules presented by outstanding men and women and authentically approves these rules after further adjustments. http://riceschool.orgThis video gives a brief overview of this document from Vatican II. Funk, Didascalia, I, p. 530. by Fr. emptied Himself, taking the nature of a slave",(77) and "being rich, became poor"(78) for our sakes. Iur. Statuta Eccl. She presented Him to the Father in the temple, and was united with Him by compassion as He died on the Cross. (7) Cfr. (1) Cfr. Wherefore this people, while remaining one and only one, is to be spread throughout the whole world and must exist in all ages, so that the decree of God's will may be fulfilled. 42. That is to say that, instead of emphasizing the vertical line of control, Lumen Gentium emphasizes a horizontal line where the "People of God" are made important (O'Malley 174). And he is always free to exercise this power. Pastor Aesernus, 4: Denz. Christ, present to us in His Body, which is the Church, is the one Mediator and the unique way of salvation. 1950: AAS 42 (1950) p. 256. Encycl. (1*) These religious families give their members the support of a more firm stability in their way of life and a proven doctrine of acquiring perfection. For from the tradition, which is expressed especially in liturgical rites and in the practice of both the Church of the East and of the West, it is clear that, by means of the imposition of hands and the words of consecration, the grace of the Holy Spirit is so conferred,(20*) and the sacred character so impressed,(21*) that bishops in an eminent and visible way sustain the roles of Christ Himself as Teacher, Shepherd and High Priest, and that they act in His person. He uninterruptedly renews and leads the Church to perfect union with its Spouse. Romana Ecclesia, 5 oct. 1752, p 1: Bullarium Benedicti XIV, t. IV, Romae, 1758, 21: . 15. S. Cyrillus Alex., Glaph in Gen. 2, 10: PG 69, 110 A. 3, 14; 4, 27 et 30;Hebr. (47) Conc. Orientalium Ecclesiarum, Decree On the Catholic Churches of the Eastern Rite, 1964. But they are by reason of their particular vocation especially and professedly ordained to the sacred ministry. It flows forth from the superabundance of the merits of Christ, rests on His mediation, depends entirely on it and draws all its power from it. In the first place amongst these there are the Muslims, who, professing to hold the faith of Abraham, along with us adore the one and merciful God, who on the last day will judge mankind. 232, 2: col. 1108. "All Christians in any state or walk of life are called to the fullness of Christian life and to the perfection of charity. The Word of the Lord is compared to a seed which is sown in a field;(19) those who hear the Word with faith and become part of the little flock of Christ,(20) have received the Kingdom itself. (4) Cfr. 11:13; 1 Tim. But there are certain things which pertain in a special way to the laity, both men and women, by reason of their condition and mission. THE MYSTERY OF THE CHURCH. S. Cornelius I, apud S. Cyprianum, Epist. 2. By divine Providence it has come about that various churches, established in various places by the apostles and their successors, have in the course of time coalesced into several groups, organically united, which, preserving the unity of faith and the unique divine constitution of the universal Church, enjoy their own discipline, their own liturgical usage, and their own theological and spiritual heritage. 184, a. Six ans se sont ecoules, 5 oct. l9S7: AAS 49 (19S7) p. 927. (47*), 26. (9) Cfr. 19, 1: PL 76, 1154 B. Mystici Corporis, 1. c., p. 211: . Fr Vivian Boland tells us that in Christ, God's covenant with Israel becomes Good News for all humanity. I: Mansi S2,1 109 C. (28) Cfr. According to the encyclical, the Church has two aspects, a visible and an invisible dimension. Cfr. Encycl. The mind of the Council becomes known either from the matter treated or from its manner of speaking, in accordance with the norms of theological interpretation. Encycl. Chrysostomus, In 2 Tim. Sanct. (212) They must diffuse in the world that spirit which animates the poor, the meek, the peace makerswhom the Lord in the Gospel proclaimed as blessed. PL 78, 224. Nel darvi, 1 iul. (15) Cfr. (40*) This is even more clearly verified when, gathered together in an ecumenical council, they are teachers and judges of faith and morals for the universal Church, whose definitions must be adhered to with the submission of faith. 161 Cf. Lumen Gentium affirms the absolute necessity of the Church, founded by the Lord Himself, as the means of our salvation in Christ. (80) Similarly, the Church encompasses with love all who are afflicted with human suffering and in the poor and afflicted sees the image of its poor and suffering Founder. Vat. c. Donat. Eneyel. By His obedience He brought about redemption. Ambrosius, De Vidu s, 4, 23: PL 16, 241 s. (1) Cfr. It knows it through unfailing experience of it and commends it to the hearts of the faithful, so that encouraged by this maternal help they may the more intimately adhere to the Mediator and Redeemer. (15) De spirituali paupertate et oboedientia testimonia praccipua S.Scripturae et Patrum afferuntur in Relatione pp. 107 Cf. (5) Cfr. (3) Videatur synthetiea espositi huius doctrinae paulinae in: Piu XII, Litt. - S. Germanus Constantinop., In annunt. The word "functions [munera]" is used deliberately instead of the word "powers [potestates]," because the latter word could be understood as a power fully ready to act. (14*) This perfect continency, out of desire for the kingdom of heaven, has always been held in particular honor in the Church. (213) In a word, "Christians must be to the world what the soul is to the body. Pius XII, Litt. The Church itself, by the authority given to it by God, accepts the vows of the newly professed. Cod. Cfr. 60. assim. . (6) S. Clem. Associated with their bishop in a spirit of trust and generosity, they make him present in a certain sense in the individual local congregations, and take upon themselves, as far as they are able, his duties and the burden of his care, and discharge them with a daily interest. 2:20. The religious state clearly manifests that the Kingdom of God and its needs, in a very special way, are raised above all earthly considerations. (161) To fulfill this mission, Christ the Lord promised the Holy Spirit to the Apostles, and on Pentecost day sent the Spirit from heaven, by whose power they would be witnesses to Him before the nations and peoples and kings even to the ends of the earth. (301) This cult, as it always existed, although it is altogether singular, differs essentially from the cult of adoration which is offered to the Incarnate Word, as well to the Father and the Holy Spirit, and it is most favorable to it. (3*) They likewise exercise that priesthood in receiving the sacraments, in prayer and thanksgiving, in the witness of a holy life, and by self-denial and active charity. 163 Cf Acts 1:17, 25; 21:19; Rom. Therefore, let the laity devotedly strive to acquire a more profound grasp of revealed truth, and let them insistently beg of God the gift of wisdom. (14) Cfr. Encycl. Its law is the new commandment to love as Christ loved us. 11: PG 96, 1357. (25) Tertullianus, de Iciunio, 13: PL 2, 972 B; CSFL 20, p. 292,lin. It is intended to be used alongside the original document to facilitate individual reflection and group discussion. (22*) And at the same time, in conformity with our own pastoral interests, we urge all concerned, if any abuses, excesses or defects have crept in here or there, to do what is in their power to remove or correct them, and to restore all things to a fuller praise of Christ and of God. The books of the Old Testament describe the history of salvation, by which the coming of Christ into the world was slowly prepared. 958 (1765), et can. This is another way to underscore the central importance of the. "(15*) For every genuine testimony of love shown by us to those in heaven, by its very nature tends toward and terminates in Christ who is the "crown of all saints,"(16*) and through Him, in God Who is wonderful in his saints and is magnified in them. With love and solicitude Mother Church already embraces them as her own. 3, q. Encycl. Thus these religious are able to tranquilly fulfill and faithfully observe their religious profession and so spiritually rejoicing make progress on the road of charity. onsist., 15 mart. He therefore chose the race of Israel as a people unto Himself. Likewise, the holiness of the Church is fostered in a special way by the observance of the counsels proposed in the Gospel by Our Lord to His disciples. (40) John contemplates this holy city coming down from heaven at the renewal of the world as a bride made ready and adorned for her husband. (Cfr. S. Augustinus, Enchir. Lumen Gentium - The Light of Nations. Constitutiones Apostolorum, 8, 28, 4: ed. Conc. ON NOVEMBER 21, 1964 CHAPTER I - THE MYSTERY OF THE CHURCH 1. this sacred Council, being gathered together in the Holy Spirit, that by proclaiming his Gospel to every creature (cf. Eccl. S. Ignatius M. Smyrn 8, 1: ed. 3, ed. Ps. Catechumens who, moved by the Holy Spirit, seek with explicit intention to be incorporated into the Church are by that very intention joined with her. 1924: AAS 16 (1924) pp. (27) Cfr. (230) From the earliest times, then, some Christians have been called uponand some will always be called uponto give the supreme testimony of this love to all men, but especially to persecutors. Pastor aeternus, 3: Denz. Bishops thus, by praying and laboring for the people, make outpourings in many ways and in great abundance from the fullness of Christ's holiness. 20, 2: P. 62, 136 ss. 285 Cf. The Church recognizes that in many ways she is linked with those who, being baptized, are honored with the name of Christian, though they do not profess the faith in its entirety or do not preserve unity of communion with the successor of Peter. Therefore, this Sacred Synod encourages and praises the men and women, Brothers and Sisters, who in monasteries, or in schools and hospitals, or in the missions, adorn the Bride of Christ by their unswerving and humble faithfulness in their chosen consecration and render generous services of all kinds to mankind. This dogmatic constitution was promulgated by Pope Paul VI on 21 November 1964, following approval by the assembled bishops by a vote of 2,151 to 5. (l4*), III. Second Sunday of the Year. 1. Rom 8:15-16, 26). 2333 (3903). n. 22, end of 1 1. (2) Cfr. : Denz. Funk, I, p. 218. 5, 2: ed. Summary and Analysis of Chapter VIll of LUMEN GENTIUM Ch. (238), Christ, having been lifted up from the earth has drawn all to Himself. (209) Clearly then a great promise and a great trust is committed to the disciples: "All things are yours, and you are Christ's, and Christ is God's".(210). Mystici Corporis, 19 iun. (12) Cfr. 896: ASS 28 (1895-96) p. 732. Christ, whom the Father has sanctified and sent into the world, (176) has through His apostles, made their successors, the bishops, partakers of His consecration and His mission. IV, Const. Joined with Christ in the Church and signed with the Holy Spirit "who is the pledge of our inheritance",(245) truly we are called and we are sons of God(246) but we have not yet appeared with Christ in glory,(247) in which we shall be like to God, since we shall see Him as He is. All the faithful, scattered though they be throughout the world, are in communion with each other in the Holy Spirit, and so, he who dwells in Rome knows that the people of India are his members"(9*). Rob. 9. If they fail moreover to respond to that grace in thought, word and deed, not only shall they not be saved but they will be the more severely judged.(13*). (33) Cfr. The Christian family loudly proclaims both the present virtues of the Kingdom of God and the hope of a blessed life to come. De quelle consolation, 1. c., p. 789: Dans les batailles decisives, c'est parfois du front que partent les plus heureuses initiatives..Idem Alloc. For this reason it is clearly stated that hierarchical communion with the head and members of the church is required. 44, a. 2:11; Eph. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The Church indeed, contemplating her hidden sanctity, imitating her charity and faithfully fulfilling the Father's will, by receiving the word of God in faith becomes herself a mother. 7, 7: . Pius XII, Litt. Pius XII, Alloc. 984 (1821) . Imitating the mother of her Lord, and by the power of the Holy Spirit, she keeps with virginal purity an entire faith, a firm hope and a sincere charity.(20*). Deiparae: PG 97, 1089-1109. 4 Const. Because the human race today is joining more and more into a civic, economic and social unity, it is that much the more necessary that priests, by combined effort and aid, under the leadership of the bishops and the Supreme Pontiff, wipe out every kind of separateness, so that the whole human race may be brought into the unity of the family of God. By these gifts He makes them fit and ready to undertake the various tasks and offices which contribute toward the renewal and building up of the Church, according to the words of the Apostle: "The manifestation of the Spirit is given to everyone for profit". Mt. Mediator Dei, 1. c., sub. 4, 1130 (necnon ib. "(12*) All the Church's children should remember that their exalted status is to be attributed not to their own merits but to the special grace of Christ. 112-3117, in nova ed. I, Const. Christ the Lord, High Priest taken from among men,(100) made the new people "a kingdom and priests to God the Father". (291) In the course of her Son's preaching she received the words whereby in extolling a kingdom beyond the calculations and bonds of flesh and blood, He declared blessed(292) those who heard and kept the word of God, as she was faithfully doing. Magno gaudio, 23 maii 1964: AAS 56 (1964) p. 566. 27-30, Episcopo tribuitur primatus sacerdotii. The Lord Jesus, after praying to the Father, calling to Himself those whom He desired, appointed twelve to be with Him, and whom He would send to preach the Kingdom of God;(137) and these apostles(138) He formed after the manner of a college or a stable group, over which He placed Peter chosen from among them. On account of this sharing in their priesthood and mission, let priests sincerely look upon the bishop as their father and reverently obey him. The Head of this Body is Christ. On the contrary it fosters and takes to itself, insofar as they are good, the ability, riches and customs in which the genius of each people expresses itself. Lumen Gentium Quotes Showing 1-3 of 3. Encycl. But the laity, by their very vocation, seek the kingdom of God by engaging in temporal affairs and by ordering them according to the plan of God. S. Bonaventura, Opusc. But each of them, as a member of the episcopal college and legitimate successor of the apostles, is obliged by Christ's institution and command to be solicitous for the whole Church,(33*) and this solicitude, though it is not exercised by an act of jurisdiction, contributes greatly to the advantage of the universal Church. When it is looked at in this way, she is already prophetically foreshadowed in the promise of victory over the serpent which was given to our first parents after their fall into sin. Therefore the promised restoration which we are awaiting has already begun in Christ, is carried forward in the mission of the Holy Spirit and through Him continues in the Church in which we learn the meaning of our terrestrial life through our faith, while we perform with hope in the future the work committed to us in this world by the Father, and thus work out our salvation. (76) This Church constituted and organized in the world as a society, subsists in the Catholic Church, which is governed by the successor of Peter and by the Bishops in communion with him,(13*) although many elements of sanctification and of truth are found outside of its visible structure. Nor is God far distant from those who in shadows and images seek the unknown God, for it is He who gives to all men life and breath and all things,(127) and as Saviour wills that all men be saved. God, accepts the vows of the Kingdom of God the encyclical, the Church involves who! 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