The Catholic Church – The People of God

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Archdiocese

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Located in a major city within a regional cluster of dioceses.

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Parish

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A community of Christian people established within a particular diocese.

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Laity

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The baptised members of the Church (all people who are not ordained)

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Archbishop

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A bishop who has responsibility for an archdiocese

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Bishop

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The spiritual leader of a diocese

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The Pope

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The principal spiritual leader and head of the Catholic Church

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The Vatican

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An independent state in Italy where the Pope lives. It also refers to the governing responsibility of the Catholic Church

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Diocese

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A Catholic community in a geographical area that is separated into many parishes.

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Priest

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Celebrates the sacraments and helps with the pastoral responsibility within a parish community.