Inflated papacy is stumbling block to unity. (part 6)(Upon This Rock)

From: National Catholic Reporter | Date: November 14, 1997| Author: | Copyright information

The institution of the pope and his curia has grown over time increasingly into a seat of concentrated power. Yet there is nothing to indicate that Peter was to have a successor. The early church was a loose federation. The organizational philosophy of different popes through history are discussed.

The papal role has grown over time, concentrating ever more power in one man and his "court"--the curia.

The sole gospel text to use the word church is Matthew 16:18. For many scripture scholars, this text means that Peter's primacy is one of service, not of jurisdiction. And nothing ...

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