In this way, the holiness of the People of God will grow into an abundant harvest of good, as is admirably shown by the life of so many saints in Church history. Moving forward through trial and tribulation, the Church is strengthened by the power of God's grace, which was promised to her by the Lord, so that in the weakness of the flesh she may not waver from perfect fidelity, but remain a bride worthy of her Lord, and moved by the Holy Spirit may never cease to renew herself, until through the Cross she arrives at the light which knows no setting. Ecclesiam Dei, 12 nov. 1923: AAS 15 (1923) p. 581. Nat., 1: col. 812 A. Hom. : PL 50, 505 AB- Schwartz, Acta Conc. ctiam Ven. 48, 2: Hartel, III, 2, p. 610. 63, a. (10) Cfr. Pius XI, Const. In this manner, they offer all men the example of unwearying and generous love; in this way they build up the brotherhood of charity; in so doing, they stand as the witnesses and cooperators in the fruitfulness of Holy Mother Church; by such lives, they are a sign and a participation in that very love, with which Christ loved His Bride and for which He delivered Himself up for her. 994 et 999 (1862 et 1868). 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. (45) Gasser, ib. I, ib. By this same sacramental grace, they are given the courage necessary to lay down their lives for their sheep, and the ability of promoting greater holiness in the Church by their daily example, having become a pattern for their flock.(224). Encycl. And he is always free to exercise this power. ib. Tertullianus, Exhort. The Church in this is mindful that she must bring together the nations for that king to whom they were given as an inheritance,(121) and to whose city they bring gifts and offerings. In order to reach this perfection the faithful should . For our Lord placed Simon alone as the rock and the bearer of the keys of the Church,(156) and made him shepherd of the whole flock;(157) it is evident, however, that the power of binding and loosing, which was given to Peter,(158) was granted also to the college of apostles, joined with their head. (4) Cfr. . Cod. 896: ASS 28 (1895-96) p. 732. For the distinction which the Lord made between sacred ministers and the rest of the People of God bears within it a certain union, since pastors and the other faithful are bound to each other by a mutual need. (241), Already the final age of the world has come upon us (242) and the renovation of the world is irrevocably decreed and is already anticipated in some kind of a real way; for the Church already on this earth is signed with a sanctity which is real although imperfect. Pius IX, Bulla Ineffabilis 8 dec. 1854: acta Pii IX, I, I, p. 616; Denz. A question has arisen regarding the precise theological note which should be attached to the doctrine that is set forth in the Schema de Ecclesia and is being put to a vote. Wherefore to promote the glory of God and procure the salvation of all of these, and mindful of the command of the Lord, "Preach the Gospel to every creature",(130) the Church fosters the missions with care and attention. By reason of it, the Catholic Church strives constantly and with due effect to bring all humanity and all its possessions back to its source In Christ, with Him as its head and united in His Spirit. Leo XIII, Epist. Likewise we can say that in some real way they are joined with us in the Holy Spirit, for to them too He gives His gifts and graces whereby He is operative among them with His sanctifying power. 117:22. (172) Let him not refuse to listen to his subjects, whom he cherishes as his true sons and exhorts to cooperate readily with him. The Theological Commission has given the following response regarding the Modi that have to do with Chapter III of the de Ecclesia Schema: "As is self-evident, the Council's text must always be interpreted in accordance with the general rules that are known to all.". Pius XII, Const. Encycl. 1: col. 1068 C. - S. Sophronius, Or. Conc. Just as the priesthood of Christ is shared in various ways both by the ministers and by the faithful, and as the one goodness of God is really communicated in different ways to His creatures, so also the unique mediation of the Redeemer does not exclude but rather gives rise to a manifold cooperation which is but a sharing in this one source. Fulgens corona, 8 sept. 1953: AAS 45 (1953) pp. (13) Cfr. Lumen Gentium Quotes Showing 1-3 of 3. 21:14; Mt. (l4*), III. Cf. Ad diem illum, 2 febr. (8) S. Epiphanius, Nacr. Verified Purchase. S.S.C.S. passim. Funk, I, p. 241. For we must all "practice the truth in love, and so grow up in all things in Him who is head, Christ. (6) Cfr. (26) It is a flock of which God Himself foretold He would be the shepherd,(27) and whose sheep, although ruled by human shepherds; are nevertheless continuously led and nourished by Christ Himself, the Good Shepherd and the Prince of the shepherds,(28) who gave His life for the sheep. Since Jesus, the Son of God, manifested His charity by laying down His life for us, so too no one has greater love than he who lays down his life for Christ and His brothers. 165 (353). (30) Cfr. (15) De spirituali paupertate et oboedientia testimonia praccipua S.Scripturae et Patrum afferuntur in Relatione pp. But that ominous doctrine which attempts to build a society with no regard whatever for religion, and which attacks and destroys the religious liberty of its citizens, is rightly to be rejected (5*). (14) De praestantia sacrae virginitatis, cfr. (8) Cfr. 27. These people follow the poor Christ, the humble and cross-bearing Christ in order to be worthy of being sharers in His glory. Fidei Donum, 21 apr. (52) Cfr. Relatio Kleutgen de Schemate reformato: Mansi S3, 321 B - 322 B et declaratio Zinelli: Mansi 52 1110 A. Vide etiam S. Leonem M. Scrm. 1894; AAS 26 (1893-94) p. 707. (20) Conc. S. Ignatius M. Philad. Dedicated to duties of charity and of administration, let deacons be mindful of the admonition of Blessed Polycarp: "Be merciful, diligent, walking according to the truth of the Lord, who became the servant of all."(75*). (14*) For there are many who honor Sacred Scripture, taking it as a norm of belief and a pattern of life, and who show a sincere zeal. (3) Cfr. Moreover, within the Church particular Churches hold a rightful place; these Churches retain their own traditions, without in any way opposing the primacy of the Chair of Peter, which presides over the whole assembly of charity (11*) and protects legitimate differences, while at the same time assuring that such differences do not hinder unity but rather contribute toward it. (24) Cfr. (287) Thus Mary, a daughter of Adam, consenting to the divine Word, became the mother of Jesus, the one and only Mediator. Eccl. 66, 8: Hartel 111, 2, p. 733: .. Episcopus in Ecclesia et Ecclesia in Episcopo .. (32) Cfr. But the faithful, in virtue of their royal priesthood, join in the offering of the Eucharist. 1, 26: PL 23, 247 A. S. Augustinus, In Ps. While Christ, holy, innocent and undefiled(81) knew nothing of sin,(82) but came to expiate only the sins of the people,(83) the Church, embracing in its bosom sinners, at the same time holy and always in need of being purified, always follows the way of penance and renewal. They live in the ordinary circumstances of family and social life, from which the very web of their existence is woven. He guides the Church in the way of all truth (cf. Annus sacer, 1. c., p. 30. S. Andreas Cret., In nat. 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. 59-60. DOGMATIC CONSTITUTION ON THE CHURCH. Having set forth the functions of the hierarchy, the Sacred Council gladly turns its attention. They were further commanded by the apostles and Fathers of the Church, as well as by the doctors and pastors of souls. Conc. 4, 6 s. coll. dogm. In this manner, through the members of the Church, will Christ progressively illumine the whole of human society with His saving light. A preliminary note of explanation is being given to the Council Fathers from higher-authority, regarding the Modi bearing on Chapter III of the Schema de Ecclesia; the doctrine set forth in Chapter III ought to be explained and understood in accordance with the meaning and intent of this explanatory note. Deut. These questions are left to theologians to discussspecifically the question of the power exercised de facto among the separated Eastern Churches, about which there are various explanations.". 7. Damasccnus, Nom. ad Flav. By divine institution Holy Church is ordered and governed with a wonderful diversity. (68) Cfr. November 21, 1964. Conc. (126) But the plan of salvation also includes those who acknowledge the Creator. He is the head of the Body which is the Church. 1890 AAS 22 (1889-90) p. 392. For this reason it is clearly stated that hierarchical communion with the head and members of the church is required. M., Philad., Praef. ; Bardy, 11, p. 66 ss. 64, 4: PL 3, 1017. By. . May all those who are weighed down with poverty, infirmity and sickness, as well as those who must bear various hardships or who suffer persecution for justice sakemay they all know they are united with the suffering Christ in a special way for the salvation of the world. Pius XII, Alloc. The Church thus portrays Christ in contemplation on the mountain, in His proclamation of the kingdom of God to the multitudes, in His healing of the sick and maimed, in His work of converting sinners to a better life, in His solicitude for youth and His goodness to all men, always obedient to the will of the Father who sent Him. The supreme and eternal Priest, Christ Jesus, since he wills to continue his witness and service also through the laity, vivifies them in this Spirit and increasingly urges them on to every good and perfect work. Pius XII, Litt. Pius XI, Litt. Fidei Donum, 1. c. (36) Leo XIII, Litt. Boston. Ps. Florentinum, Decretum pro Graecis: Denz. Encycl. Since the Church, in Christ, is in the nature of 38. Cfr. (35) On this foundation the Church is built by the apostles,(36) and from it the Church receives durability and consolidation. In this way the world may be permeated by the spirit of Christ and it may more effectively fulfill its purpose in justice, charity and peace. 20-21. III (ed. 23. He is the image of the invisible God and in Him all things came into being. In it, the bishops, faithfully recognizing the primacy and pre-eminence of their head, exercise their own authority for the good of their own faithful, and indeed of the whole Church, the Holy Spirit supporting its organic structure and harmony with moderation. Trid. And this is the infallibility which the Roman Pontiff, the head of the college of bishops, enjoys in virtue of his office, when, as the supreme shepherd and teacher of all the faithful, who confirms his brethren in their faith,(166) by a definitive act he proclaims a doctrine of faith or morals. (20*) She knows that it is given by Him who enlightens all men so that they may finally have life. (280) Then the whole Church of the saints in the supreme happiness of charity will adore God and "the Lamb who was slain",(281) proclaiming with one voice: "To Him who sits upon the throne, and to the Lamb blessing, and honor, and glory, and dominion forever and ever". Flor., Decretum pro Graecis: Denz. Christ, becoming obedient even unto death and because of this exalted by the Father,(206) entered into the glory of His kingdom. Vatican II document, Lumen Gentium . p. 212.-| Conc. A great many wonderful things are to be hoped for from this familiar dialogue between the laity and their spiritual leaders: in the laity a strengthened sense of personal responsibility; a renewed enthusiasm; a more ready application of their talents to the projects of their spiritual leaders. Encycl. Ipinahayag ito ni Papa Pablo VInoong Nobyembre 21, 1964, matapos ito sang-ayunan ng mga obispo sa boto na 2,151 laban sa 5. Una Ecclesia per totum mundum in multa membra divisa .. Epist. 26. "(6*) Hence not a few of the early Fathers gladly assert in their preaching, "The knot of Eve's disobedience was untied by Mary's obedience; what the virgin Eve bound through her unbelief, the Virgin Mary loosened by her faith. 3, 14; 4, 27 et 30;Hebr. Provida Mater, 2 febr. 16 January 2005. Haer. 12:4 Gal. 100-1O1, n. 49. (62) Cfr. 1943: AAS 35 (1943) p. 214 s. (10) Cfr. Therefore, from divine choice the laity have Christ for their brothers who though He is the Lord of all, came not to be served but to serve. (34) The Lord Himself compared Himself to the stone which the builders rejected, but which was made into the cornerstone. Vat. He is before all creatures and in Him all things hold together. From all this it follows that if one member endures anything, all the members co-endure it, and if one member is honored, all the members together rejoice.(59). Cfr. (112) Through it, the people of God adheres unwaveringly to the faith given once and for all to the saints,(113) penetrates it more deeply with right thinking, and applies it more fully in its life. On this occasion the Theological Commission makes reference to its Declaration of March 6, 1964, the text of which we transcribe here: "Taking conciliar custom into consideration and also the pastoral purpose of the present Council, the sacred Council defines as binding on the Church only those things in matters of faith and morals which it shall openly declare to be binding. This collegial union is apparent also in the mutual relations of the individual bishops with particular churches and with the universal Church. Besides this apostolate which certainly pertains to all Christians, the laity can also be called in various ways to a more direct form of cooperation in the apostolate of the Hierarchy (3*). 2. Cfr. Damascenus, In dorm. Funk, I, p. 154 s. (7) Cfr. F. Streicher) pas I, pp. (8) Cfr. Gaudium et spes (Ecclesiastical Latin: [audi.um et spes], "Joy and Hope"), the Pastoral Constitution on the Church in the Modern World, is one of the four constitutions resulting from the Second Vatican Council in 1965. He is the image of the invisible God and in Him all things came into being. (23) Cfr. 839. Encycl. III, q. Pius XI, Litt. Ant. For those who believe in Christ, who are reborn not from a perishable but from an imperishable seed through the word of the living God,(88) not from the flesh but from water and the Holy Spirit,(89) are finally established as "a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a purchased people . But the faithful must cling to their bishop, as the Church does to Christ, and Jesus Christ to the Father, so that all may be of one mind through unity,(61*) and abound to the glory of God. S. Augustinus, Bapt. Origenes, In Matth. 1:12. Ambrosiascr In I Tim. Encycl Mystici Corporis, 29 iun. Lumen Gentium holds a central place among council documents and has been received by the Church with nearly universal acclaim. Pius XI, Litt. The bonds which bind men to the Church in a visible way are profession of faith, the sacraments, and ecclesiastical government and communion. Mystici Corporis, 1. c., p. 211: . Relatio Zinelli: Mand 1 2, 1114 D. (61) Cfr. Apophtegmata Patrum: PG 65. ecl., V, 24, 10: GCS II, 1, p. 49S; cd. The task of proclaiming the Gospel everywhere on earth pertains to the body of pastors, to all of whom in common Christ gave His command, thereby imposing upon them a common duty, as Pope Celestine in his time recommended to the Fathers of the Council of Ephesus. Indeed, the very ancient practice whereby bishops duly established in all parts of the world were in communion with one another and with the Bishop of Rome in a bond of unity, charity and peace,(23*) and also the councils assembled together,(24*) in which more profound issues were settled in common, (25*) the opinion of the many having been prudently considered,(26*) both of these factors are already an indication of the collegiate character and aspect of the Episcopal order; and the ecumenical councils held in the course of centuries are also manifest proof of that same character. With her the exalted Daughter of Sion, and after a long expectation of the promise, the times are fulfilled and the new Economy established, when the Son of God took a human nature from her, that He might in the mysteries of His flesh free man from sin. It is for this reason that the Church preserves and fosters the special character of her various religious institutes. Summary of Lumen Gentium - Dogmatic Constitution of the Church . (10) Cfr. 236-237. - S. Io. Encycl. Funk. (165) Bishops, teaching in communion with the Roman Pontiff, are to be respected by all as witnesses to divine and Catholic truth. Each individual layman must stand before the world as a witness to the resurrection and life of the Lord Jesus and a symbol of the living God. "Because the bread is one, we though many, are one body, all of us who partake of the one bread". (24) Cfr. Those opinions therefore may be lawfully retained which are propounded in Catholic schools concerning her, who occupies a place in the Church which is the highest after Christ and yet very close to us. 2333 (3903). 19, 1: PL 76, 1154 B. [1] Sanggunian[baguhin| baguhin ang wikitext] This perfect duty of pastoral charity (5*) is exercised in every form of episcopal care and service, prayer, sacrifice and preaching. (33), Often the Church has also been called the building of God. in dorm. Therefore, since they are tightly bound up in all types of temporal affairs it is their special task to order and to throw light upon these affairs in such a way that they may come into being and then continually increase according to Christ to the praise of the Creator and the Redeemer. (159)(28*) This college, insofar as it is composed of many, expresses the variety and universality of the People of God, but insofar as it is assembled under one head, it expresses the unity of the flock of Christ. 962-968 (1763-1778), et in specie l an. Bishops, as vicars and ambassadors of Christ, govern the particular churches entrusted to them (58*) by their counsel, exhortations, example, and even by their authority and sacred power, which indeed they use only for the edification of their flock in truth and holiness, remembering that he who is greater should become as the lesser and he who is the chief become as the servant. Tr. Encycl. He therefore chose the race of Israel as a people unto Himself. (272)(5*) Thus by their brotherly interest our weakness is greatly strengthened. 8, 1; 14, 22-23; 20, 17, et passim. Ordinis, cap. I Oec. 341, 9, 11: PL 39, 1499 s. S. Io. Rom. 56, 3: Hartel, 111 B, p. 650; Bayard, p.154. Cf. S. Andreas Cret., Hom. Eph. III, q. 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. 44, a. 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. Taking part in the Eucharistic sacrifice, which is the fount and apex of the whole Christian life, they offer the Divine Victim to God, and offer themselves along with It. (2) All the elect, before time began, the Father "foreknew and pre- destined to become conformed to the image of His Son, that he should be the firstborn among many brethren". Many of them rejoice in the episcopate, celebrate the Holy Eucharist and cultivate devotion toward the Virgin Mother of God. Pius XII, Litt. Hartel, p. 696. With love and solicitude Mother Church already embraces them as her own. In order that the faithful may reach this perfection, they must use their strength accordingly as they have received it, as a gift from Christ. (104) Everywhere on earth they must bear witness to Christ and give an answer to those who seek an account of that hope of eternal life which is in them.(105). 960 (1767) . They exercise their sacred function especially in the Eucharistic worship or the celebration of the Mass by which acting in the person of Christ (67*) and proclaiming His Mystery they unite the prayers of the faithful with the sacrifice of their Head and renew and apply (68*) in the sacrifice of the Mass until the coming of the Lord(179) the only sacrifice of the New Testament namely that of Christ offering Himself once for all a spotless Victim to the Father. (12) S. Ign. Due to the special circumstances of our time the foundations of this doctrine must be more thoroughly examined. Chrysostomus, In Io. 23 mart. 25. There is, therefore, in Christ and in the Church no inequality on the basis of race or nationality, social condition or sex, because "there is neither Jew nor Greek: there is neither bond nor free: there is neither male nor female. Cfr. . The phrase "with the consent of its head" is used to avoid the idea of dependence on some kind of outsider; the term "consent" suggests rather communion between the head and the members, and implies the need for an act which belongs properly to the competence of the head. (196) They also have for their brothers those in the sacred ministry who by teaching, by sanctifying and by ruling with the authority of Christ feed the family of God so that the new commandment of charity may be fulfilled by all. Apost. In line with all significant Roman Catholic Church documents, it is colloquially known ad Lumen Gentium (Light of the Nations), the first words in the document. Provida Mater, 1. c., p. 1145. 184, a. Ps.-Petrus Dam. Oec. 7: Denz. 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). (1) Cfr. When we look at the lives of those who have faithfully followed Christ, we are inspired with a new reason for seeking the City that is to come (274) and at the same time we are shown a most safe path by which among the vicissitudes of this world, in keeping with the state in life and condition proper to each of us, we will be able to arrive at perfect union with Christ, that is, perfect holiness. 187S: Denz. 967 (1777). X, Apologia Pauperum, c. 3, 3: cd. (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. The Drafting of 'Lumen Gentium'. I, Const.Dogm. These elements, as gifts belonging to the Church of Christ, are forces impelling toward catholic unity. (47) Conc. 983 (1820); Sess. Decr. Mediator Dei, 1. c., sub. 38, 25-26: PL 14, 105 1-52: CSEL 64, 203- 204. They bring forth from the treasury of Revelation new things and old,(164) making it bear fruit and vigilantly warding off any errors that threaten their flock. (26) It is a flock of which God Himself foretold He would be the shepherd, (27) and whose sheep, although ruled by human shepherds; are nevertheless continuously led and nourished by Christ Himself, the Good Shepherd and the Prince of the shepherds, (28) who gave His life for the sheep. (12) Cfr. 188, a. Strengthened in Holy Communion by the Body of Christ, they then manifest in a concrete way that unity of the people of God which is suitably signified and wondrously brought about by this most august sacrament. Annus sacer, 8 dec. 1950: AAS 43 (1951) pp. (282), THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY, MOTHER OF GOD IN THE MYSTERY OF CHRIST AND THE CHURCH, 52. Rob. Encycl. This is another way to underscore the central importance of the. Litt. (4*), II. In no way does it impede, but rather does it foster the immediate union of the faithful with Christ. All men are called to this union with Christ, who is the light of the world, from whom we go forth, through whom we live, and toward whom our whole life strains. 2, 4: PG 62, 612: Saccrdos est symbolon . - S. Modestus Hier., In dorm. (16) Breviarium Romanum, Invitatorium infesto Sanctorum Omnium. These faithful are by baptism made one body with Christ and are constituted among the People of God; they are in their own way made sharers in the priestly, prophetical, and kingly functions of Christ; and they carry out for their own part the mission of the whole Christian people in the Church and in the world. S. Hilarius, In Ps. Christ is the Light of nations. It is also referred to as the "Dogmatic Constitution on the Church." Following the approval by the assembled bishops by a vote of 2,151 to 5, it was promulgated by Pope Paul VI on November 21, 1964. (191) Therefore, the chosen People of God is one: "one Lord, one faith, one baptism"(192); sharing a common dignity as members from their regeneration in Christ, having the same filial grace and the same vocation to perfection; possessing in common one salvation, one hope and one undivided charity. Innocentius I, Epist. Specifically, we find in Lumen Gentium 25 the following: In matters of faith and morals, the bishops speak in the name of Christ and the faithful are to accept their teaching and adhere to it with a religious assent. (62*) They have legitimately handed on to different individuals in the Church various degrees of participation in this ministry. (25) Cfr. 5, 12-13; Phil. For the Church is compelled by the Holy Spirit to do her part that God's plan may be fully realized, whereby He has constituted Christ as the source of salvation for the whole world. As living stones we here on earth are built into it. Apost. Iubilate Deo, 8 maii 1960: AAS S2 (1960) p. 466. S. Germanus Const., Nom. (11*) In the lives of those who, sharing in our humanity, are however more perfectly transformed into the image of Christ,(275) God vividly manifests His presence and His face to men. In this presentation I explain the concept of marriage as presented in the pastoral constitution Gaudium et Spes. 5, 1: ed. Encycl. 107 Cf. This freedom means that all men are to be immune from coercion on the part of individuals or of social groups and of any human power, in such wise that no one is to be forced to act in a manner contrary to his own beliefs, whether privately or publicly, whether alone or in association with others, within due limits. Conc. (12) The Spirit dwells in the Church and in the hearts of the faithful, as in a temple. 27-28. d Decentium: PL 20, 554 A; sansi 3, 1029; Denz. (62) For this reason we, who have been made to conform with Him, who have died with Him and risen with Him, are taken up into the mysteries of His life, until we will reign together with Him. (30) On that land the ancient olive tree grows whose holy roots were the Prophets and in which the reconciliation of Jews and Gentiles has been brought about and will be brought about. ; ed. - Conc. Let them follow the example of Christ, who by His obedience even unto death, opened to all men the blessed way of the liberty of the children of God. . Hom. (11) Pius XI, Litt. They are the original ministers of confirmation, dispensers of sacred Orders and the moderators of penitential discipline, and they earnestly exhort and instruct their people to carry out with faith and reverence their part in the liturgy and especially in the holy sacrifice of the Mass. 69. Encycl. (4) To carry out the will of the Father, Christ inaugurated the Kingdom of heaven on earth and revealed to us the mystery of that kingdom. (13) Dieitur. A person is initiated into God's people not by physical birth, but by a . (7) Cfr. "(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. 1943 AAS 35 (1943), p. 208. Full membership in the Church involves those who live under the visible representative of Christ. (65) He continually distributes in His body, that is, in the Church, gifts of ministries in which, by His own power, we serve each other unto salvation so that, carrying out the truth in love, we might through all things grow unto Him who is our Head. de antiquis Conciliis, Eusebius, Hist. n. 67. Christ Jesus, "though He was by nature God . Rather John XXIII believed it necessary for the Church to face the challenges of the modern world. For all of them shall know Me, from the least of them even to the greatest, saith the Lord. (47*), 26. Satis cognitum, 29 iun. By the ministry of the word they communicate God's power to those who believe unto salvation(168) and through the sacraments, the regular and fruitful distribution of which they regulate by their authority,(56*) they sanctify the faithful. The Commission has decided to preface the assessment of the Modi with the following general observations. 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. Encycl. Christ proposed to His disciples this form of life, which He, as the Son of God, accepted in entering this world to do the will of the Father. III, q. And it is intimated also in the practice, introduced in ancient times, of summoning several bishops to take part in the elevation of the newly elected to the ministry of the high priesthood. 1, 6-7, ut demonstret Ordinem esse verum sacramentum: Denz. 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