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old catholic church

 

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Noun old catholic church has 1 sense
  1. Old Catholic Church - Catholic churches that broke away from the Roman Catholic Church in the 18th century
    --1 is a kind of
    Catholic Church
    --1 has member: Old Catholic

Definitions from the Web

Old Catholic Church

Definition: The Old Catholic Church is a Christian denomination originating from the Catholic Church, but separated from the authority of the Pope and the Roman Catholic hierarchy.

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Noun

Senses/Usages:

Sense 1:

Definition: A group of Christian churches that emerged in the late 19th century as a result of disagreements with the Roman Catholic Church.

Example Sentence: The Old Catholic Church offers an alternative for those seeking a more liberal approach to Christianity.

Sense 2:

Definition: Specifically, the main body of churches which separated from the Roman Catholic Church after the First Vatican Council in 1870.

Example Sentence: The Old Catholic Church emphasizes the importance of individual conscience in matters of faith.

Sense 3:

Definition: The Old Catholic Church includes various national churches with their own hierarchies and unique practices.

Example Sentence: The Old Catholic Church in the Netherlands has a strong commitment to social justice and inclusivity.

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