Funk, Didascalia, I, p. 530. Sagnard, Sources Chr., p 398. "All Christians in any state or walk of life are called to the fullness of Christian life and to the perfection of charity. Chapter I - The Mystery of the Church 1. S. Thomas Summa Theol. The Virgin in her own life lived an example of that maternal love, by which it behooves that all should be animated who cooperate in the apostolic mission of the Church for the regeneration of men. Chalcedonense: Mansi 7, 462. Vat. dogm. It seeks and experiences those things which are above, where Christ is seated at the right-hand of God, where the life of the Church is hidden with Christ in God until it appears in glory with its Spouse.(49). Basing itself upon Sacred Scripture and Tradition, it teaches that the Church, now sojourning on earth as an exile, is necessary for salvation. (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. (25) Tertullianus, de Iciunio, 13: PL 2, 972 B; CSFL 20, p. 292,lin. 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. Hence the Church, in her apostolic work also, justly looks to her, who, conceived of the Holy Spirit, brought forth Christ, who was born of the Virgin that through the Church He may be born and may increase in the hearts of the faithful also. I Oec. Christ, present to us in His Body, which is the Church, is the one Mediator and the unique way of salvation. Ioannes XXIII, Alloc. (12) Cfr. 2, 20; Apoc. (53) S. Thomas, Summa Theol. Conc. (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. Funk, I, p. 241. (211), Let the spiritual shepherds recognize and promote the dignity as well as the responsibility of the laity in the Church. He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in all things He might have the first place. Litt. (142) And in this mission they were fully confirmed on the day of Pentecost(143) in accordance with the Lord's promise: "You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, and you shall be witnesses for me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and in Samaria, and even to the very ends of the earth". (16) Cfr. 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. 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. 4; Conc. It was prepared in a remarkable way throughout the history of the people of Israel and by means of the Old Covenant. 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. Haer. ON THE HIERARCHICAL STRUCTURE OF THE CHURCH AND IN PARTICULAR ON THE EPISCOPATE. M., Philad., 1, 1; Magn. (41*), And this infallibility with which the Divine Redeemer willed His Church to be endowed in defining doctrine of faith and morals, extends as far as the deposit of Revelation extends, which must be religiously guarded and faithfully expounded. "God is love, and he who abides in love, abides in God and God in Him". S. Augwtinus, Serm. The Church, whose mystery is being set forth by this Sacred Synod, is believed to be indefectibly holy. I, ib. (13) Cfr. By His obedience He brought about redemption. The central purpose of the Dogmatic Constitution on the Church (Lumen Gentium) is "to unfold more fully to the faithful of the Church and to the whole world its own inner nature and universal . The Church, to which we are all called in Christ Jesus, and in which we acquire sanctity through the grace of God, will attain its full perfection only in the glory of heaven, when there will come the time of the restoration of all things. (14) S. Augustinus, Civ. 967 (1777). 582-583. 1957: AAS 49 (1957) p. 237. 960 (1768); Conc. 1904: Acta, I, p. 154- Denz. 47. I, 152, 156, 171 s. S. Ign. (96) So likewise the new Israel which while living in this present age goes in search of a future and abiding city (97) is called the Church of Christ. Apost. Encycl. S. Andreas Cret., In nat. XV, et Adnot. The Cult of the Blessed Virgin in the Church. From this arises their duty of working to implant and strengthen the Kingdom of Christ in souls and to extend that Kingdom to every clime. By such a bond, a person is totally dedicated to God, loved beyond all things. (162) And that duty, which the Lord committed to the shepherds of His people, is a true service, which in sacred literature is significantly called "diakonia" or ministry. 23. As the Son was sent by the Father,(131) so He too sent the Apostles, saying: "Go, therefore, make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you. (4) Cfr. Thus, as those everywhere who adore in holy activity, the laity consecrate the world itself to God. For the discharging of such great duties, the apostles were enriched by Christ with a special outpouring of the Holy Spirit coming upon them,(154) and they passed on this spiritual gift to their helpers by the imposition of hands,(155) and it has been transmitted down to us in Episcopal consecration. Tridentinum, Sess. (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"'. Sources Chret., pp. Let no one think that religious have become strangers to their fellowmen or useless citizens of this earthly city by their consecration. For their pastors know how much the laity contribute to the welfare of the entire Church. It also aids by its vigilant and safeguarding authority those institutes variously established for the building up of Christ's Body in order that these same institutes may grow and flourish according to the spirit of the founders. Overview Summary OVERVIEW Lumen gentium is a principal document of the Second Vatican Council. Vat. 1:12. (1) Cfr. Origenes, In Is. 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. Pius XI, Litt. (Cf. Answers to the Most Common Objections Against Sedevacantism The Holy See 2 C (in fine); II-II, q. : Mansi 1215 CD, 1216-1217 A. 959 (1766). (64) Cfr. Hom. Gelasius I, Decretalis De libris recipiendis, 3: PL 59, 160, Denz. Let all then have care that they guide aright their own deepest sentiments of soul. Id., Epist. S. Thomas, Summa Theol. 15. (34) The Lord Himself compared Himself to the stone which the builders rejected, but which was made into the cornerstone. 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. He directs it with hierarchical and charismatic gifts and adorns it with his fruits. (8) Cfr. Pastor aeternus, 3: Denz. 2S: Mansi 33, 171-172. 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. I, Sess. (57) What has a special place among these gifts is the grace of the apostles to whose authority the Spirit Himself subjected even those who were endowed with charisms. Pius XII, Litt. (199) Together with the offering of the Lord's body, they are most fittingly offered in the celebration of the Eucharist. By his profession of the evangelical counsels, then, he is more intimately consecrated to divine service. Pius XII, Litt. All priests, and especially those who are called "diocesan priests," due to the special title of their ordination, should keep continually before their minds the fact that their faithful loyalty toward and their generous cooperation with their bishop is of the greatest value in their growth in holiness. c. I Tim. 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. Trid., Sess. S. Cyprianus, Epist. Relatio Zinelli: Mand 1 2, 1114 D. (61) Cfr. 840 (1580). 2. Christ the Lord, High Priest taken from among men,(100) made the new people "a kingdom and priests to God the Father". She gives them the dispositions necessary for baptism, snatches them from the slavery of error and of idols and incorporates them in Christ so that through charity they may grow up into full maturity in Christ. Provida Mater, 2 Febr. Furthermore, married couples and Christian parents should follow their own proper path (to holiness) by faithful love. (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. 18 There is, first, that people to whom the covenants and promises were made, and from whom Christ was born according to the flesh (cf. ; S. Iustinus, Apol., 1, 6S G 6, 428; S. Cyprianus, Epist. The Church itself, by the authority given to it by God, accepts the vows of the newly professed. In this, then, their daily work they should climb to the heights of holiness and apostolic activity. (22) Conc. Catech. 1 n. 8. Nel darvi, 1 iul. Sous la maternelle protecrion, 9 dec. l9S7: AAS 50 (19S8) p. 39 s. (1) Conc. 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. 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. [AR - BE - CS - DE - EN - ES - FR - IT - HU - LA - LV - PT - SW - ZH]. Nat., 1: col. 812 A. Hom. These actions consist in the use of the sacraments and in a special way the Eucharist, frequent participation in the sacred action of the Liturgy, application of oneself to prayer, self-abnegation, lively fraternal service and the constant exercise of all the virtues. (10*) For this reason, by no weak analogy, it is compared to the mystery of the incarnate Word. by Fr. 23:1 ff; Num. 5:22. Chrysostomus, In Io. 23, cap. 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. Apophtegmata Patrum: PG 65. (14*) This perfect continency, out of desire for the kingdom of heaven, has always been held in particular honor in the Church. Through the common sharing of gifts and through the common effort to attain fullness in unity, the whole and each of the parts receive increase. 3: Mansi 10, 1151. VIII: The Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God, in the Mys tery of Christ & of the Church (52-69) -Preface (52-54) a. Mary's relation to Christ in the divine plan of redemptive Incarnation (52) 1) God revealed that to save us He sent His Son "born of a woman" (Gal 4:4f) 3, 7. Leo XIII, Epist. That discernment in matters of faith is aroused and sustained by the Spirit of truth. In the latter instance, without the action of the head, the bishops are not able to act as a College: this is clear from the concept of "College." (8*), Christ loves the Church as His bride, having become the model of a man loving his wife as his body;(68) the Church, indeed, is subject to its Head. 285 Cf. Therefore, by their competence in secular training and by their activity, elevated from within by the grace of Christ, let them vigorously contribute their effort, so that created goods may be perfected by human labor, technical skill and civic culture for the benefit of all men according to the design of the Creator and the light of His Word. 41. Pius XII, Litt. 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. This is done in virtue of his primacy over the entire Church in order to more fully provide for the necessities of the entire flock of the Lord and in consideration of the common good. Since the kingdom of Christ is not of this world(120) the Church or people of God in establishing that kingdom takes nothing away from the temporal welfare of any people. Nor is it by the title of example only that we cherish the memory of those in heaven, but still more in order that the union of the whole Church may be strengthened in the Spirit by the practice of fraternal charity. Incorporated in the Church through baptism, the faithful are destined by the baptismal character for the worship of the Christian religion; reborn as sons of God they must confess before men the faith which they have received from God through the Church (4*). 3 et q. The word "only" takes in all cases. 1978 a (3370) . Pius XII Litt. Rosweydus, Viqae Patrum, Antwerpiae 1628. The former is a duty; the latter a grace. 1943: AAS 35 (1943) p. 214 s. (10) Cfr. de Nantes already in 1972, that Vatican II was going to start the Church off again on new foundations that it is impossible for us not to . Vat. 12:4 Gal. 4. 16:15; Lk. (207) Now Christ has communicated this royal power to His disciples that they might be constituted in royal freedom and that by true penance and a holy life they might conquer the reign of sin in themselves. (181) Exercising within the limits of their authority the function of Christ as Shepherd and Head,(69*) they gather together God's family as a brotherhood all of one mind,(70*) and lead them in the Spirit, through Christ, to God the Father. (13*) It is supremely fitting, therefore, that we love those friends and coheirs of Jesus Christ, who are also our brothers and extraordinary benefactors, that we render due thanks to God for them (14*) and "suppliantly invoke them and have recourse to their prayers, their power and help in obtaining benefits from God through His Son, Jesus Christ, who is our Redeemer and Saviour. The profession of the evangelical counsels, then, appears as a sign which can and ought to attract all the members of the Church to an effective and prompt fulfillment of the duties of their Christian vocation. Mystici Corporis: AAS 35 (1943) p. 245. 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. 2. Cfr. The Roman Pontiff, as the successor of Peter, is the perpetual and visible principle and foundation of unity of both the bishops and of the faithful. She exhorts her children to purification and renewal so that the sign of Christ may shine more brightly over the face of the earth. : Denz. 1641 (2803). And let the bishop regard his priests as his co-workers and as sons and friends, just as Christ called His disciples now not servants but friends. Pius XII Litt. Conc. (16) Breviarium Romanum, Invitatorium infesto Sanctorum Omnium. S. Augustinus, Bapt. It commends them to God, imparts a spiritual blessing on them and accompanies their self-offering by the Eucharistic sacrifice. Ordinis, cap. It does all it can to relieve their need and in them it strives to serve Christ. Encycl Divinum illud, 9 maii 1897: AAS 29 (1896-97) p. 6S0. 13, 1: ed. Leo XIII, Epist. Lumen Gentium, Dogmatic Constitution on the Church, November 21, 1964. (6) S. Irenaeus, Adv. 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. It has so often been said, wrote Fr. (290), 58. Humani genesis, 12 Aug. 1950: AAS 42 (1950) p. 571. 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. Funk. I: Mansi S2,1 109 C. (28) Cfr. Lumen gentium explained. in B. V. Nat. Consequently, even when preoccupied with temporal cares, the laity can and must perform a work of great value for the evangelization of the world. "Because the bread is one, we though many, are one body, all of us who partake of the one bread". Finally, those who have not yet received the Gospel are related to the People of God in various ways. S. Ignatius M. Philad. Lumen Gentium Quotes Showing 1-3 of 3. III, q. God gathered together as one all those who in faith look upon Jesus as the author of salvation and the source of unity and peace, and established them as the Church that for each and all it may be the visible sacrament of this saving unity. (54*) For "the partaking of the body and blood of Christ does nothing other than make us be transformed into that which we consume". Hom. (188) Let them remember that by their daily life and interests they are showing the face of a truly sacerdotal and pastoral ministry to the faithful and the infidel, to Catholics and non-Catholics, and that to all they bear witness to the truth and life, and as good shepherds go after those also,(189) who though baptized in the Catholic Church have fallen away from the use of the sacraments, or even from the faith. 1: PG 98 (6), 340-348; Serm. They lovingly believe in God the Father Almighty and in Christ, the Son of God and Saviour. (22*) Therefore it pertains to the bishops to admit newly elected members into the Episcopal body by means of the sacrament of Orders. (1*) While it transcends all limits of time and confines of race, the Church is destined to extend to all regions of the earth and so enters into the history of mankind. 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. (42) It is described as the spotless spouse of the spotless Lamb,(43) whom Christ "loved and for whom He delivered Himself up that He might sanctify her",(44) whom He unites to Himself by an unbreakable covenant, and whom He unceasingly "nourishes and cherishes",(45) and whom, once purified, He willed to be cleansed and joined to Himself, subject to Him in love and fidelity,(46) and whom, finally, He filled with heavenly gifts for all eternity, in order that we may know the love of God and of Christ for us, a love which surpasses all knowledge. Cast. As St. Ambrose taught, the Mother of God is a type of the Church in the order of faith, charity and perfect union with Christ. (74) Constitutiones Ecclesiac aegyptiacae, III, 2: ed. 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. 28:18; Mk. Origenes, Comm. summary. Damascenus, Adv. In this way they are really made holy. S. Cornelius I, apud S. Cyprianum, Epist. Rom., ad Cor. de sacr. In connection with the prophetic function is that state of life which is sanctified by a special sacrament obviously of great importance, namely, married and family life. 3, a. Lumen Gentium Summary Understanding what the Church is helps us understanding role & mission of Church Church as sign & instrument of God Fellowship or communion as Church reflects communion or fellowship found within the Trinity ALL are called to holiness, with Mary as example of response to this call Lumen Gentiumlays ground work for 1, 24, Lc. Provida Mater, 2 febr. In this way the building up of the earthly city may have its foundation in the Lord and may tend toward Him, lest perhaps those who build this city shall have labored in vain. As is customary with significant Roman Catholic Church documents, it is known by its incipit, "Lumen . I: Mansi 52, 1213 AC. (20) S. Ambrosius, l. c. et Expos. She presented Him to the Father in the temple, and was united with Him by compassion as He died on the Cross. Oec. (47*), 26. The books of the Old Testament describe the history of salvation, by which the coming of Christ into the world was slowly prepared. (14) Cfr. p. 504. Four Major Constitutions - Print versions at UST Vatican Council II. 69, 6: PL 3, 1142 B; Hartel 3 B, p. 754: inseparabile unitatis sacramentum .. (2) Cfr. 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. 53. The parallel between Peter and the rest of the Apostles on the one hand, and between the Supreme Pontiff and the bishops on the other hand, does not imply the transmission of the Apostles' extraordinary power to their successors; nor does it imply, as is obvious, equality between the head of the College and its members, but only a proportionality between the first relationship (Peter-Apostles) and the second (Pope-bishops). This is the idea that the bishops, taken as a whole, also possess supreme authority in the Catholic Church. : ibid. 958 (1765), et can. 42. 264 et 234. Phil. Vat. (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. becoming obedient to death",(233) and because of us "being rich, he became poor". 38, 25-26: PL 14, 105 1-52: CSEL 64, 203- 204. 44, 2; ed. 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. (10) Cfr. 9:45): in view of the divine choice, they are . For besides intimately linking them to His life and His mission, He also gives them a sharing in His priestly function of offering spiritual worship for the glory of God and the salvation of men. VI, allocutio in Concilio, die 4 dec. 1963: AAS 56 (1964) p. 37. S. Io Chrysostomus, In Ephes. (7) Cfr. . (8) Cfr. Unusquisque proprium donum (idion charisma) habet ex Deo: alius quidem sic alius vero sic .. Cfr. Thus it has come about, that, as if on a tree which has grown in the field of the Lord, various forms of solidarity and community life, as well as various religious families have branched out in a marvelous and multiple way from this divinely given seed. Thus by its example and its witness it accuses the world of sin and enlightens those who seek the truth. 117:22. de fide cath. VII: Denz. (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. This practice of the counsels, under the impulsion of the Holy Spirit, undertaken by many Christians, either privately or in a Church-approved condition or state of life, gives and must give in the world an outstanding witness and example of this same holiness. (289) When the Child Jesus was lost and they had sought Him sorrowing, His parents found Him in the temple, taken up with the things that were His Father's business; and they did not understand the word of their Son. 23, cap. 1. Can. (139) He sent them first to the children of Israel and then to all nations,(140) so that as sharers in His power they might make all peoples His disciples, and sanctify and govern them,(141) and thus spread His Church, and by ministering to it under the guidance of the Lord, direct it all days even to the consummation of the world. Christ, becoming obedient even unto death and because of this exalted by the Father,(206) entered into the glory of His kingdom. This determination of power can consist in the granting of a particular office or in the allotment of subjects, and it is done according to the norms approved by the supreme authority. Pius XII, Adhort. (186) Becoming from the heart a pattern to the flock,(187) let them so lead and serve their local community that it may worthily be called by that name, by which the one and entire people of God is signed, namely, the Church of God. (19) Cfr. (22) S. Cyprianus, Epist. By so doing they will imbue culture and human activity with genuine moral values; they will better prepare the field of the world for the seed of the Word of God; and at the same time they will open wider the doors of the Church by which the message of peace may enter the world. (55*). - S. Io. (7) Cfr. (24*), For all of us, who are sons of God and constitute one family in Christ,(279) as long as we remain in communion with one another in mutual charity and in one praise of the most holy Trinity, are corresponding with the intimate vocation of the Church and partaking in foretaste the liturgy of consummate glory. Cone. S. Hilarius Pict., In Ps. Modus 84. Over the course of history, by reason of the fact that the Church is a mystery, scholars have used Scriptural images such as the mystical body, sheepfold and cultivated field, as a means . Cfr. Every person must walk unhesitatingly according to his own personal gifts and duties in the path of living faith, which arouses hope and works through charity. S. Ignatius M., Magn. 12, 15: PG 33, 741 AB. S. Thomas, Summa Theol. 1; Denz. (29*) This same collegiate power can be exercised together with the pope by the bishops living in all parts of the world, provided that the head of the college calls them to collegiate action, or at least approves of or freely accepts the united action of the scattered bishops, so that it is thereby made a collegiate act. 62, a. 107 Cf. In the bishops, therefore, for whom priests are assistants, Our Lord Jesus Christ, the Supreme High Priest, is present in the midst of those who believe. S. Augustinus, Enchir. etia Pius XII, Litt. 38. (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). 96 Neh. 939 (1742). in lob, XXVIII, V: PL 76, 455-456. Eusebius, Hist. 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. 1, 5; S. Clem. (288) This union is manifest also at the birth of Our Lord, who did not diminish His mother's virginal integrity but sanctified it,(10*) when the Mother of God joyfully showed her firstborn Son to the shepherds and Magi. 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