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December 17, 2015 By Fr. John A. Peck

The Authenticity and Authority of the Church

by Abbot TryphonIf she be true to herself, the Church acts with an authority that is grounded in love. She holds within her realm the authority to make her people the children of God. She has the authority to forgive, and the capacity to love. And just as her Head, Jesus Christ, she exists to serve, … [Read more...]

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