What was the roman catholic church

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11 October, 22:01

What was the roman catholic church

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Vanessa Barker · Answer 1

The branch of Christianity headed by the pope.

The Roman Catholic Church is governed by a hierarchy with the pope at the top and, at the lower levels, bishops and priests.

Fatima Snow · Answer 2

The Roman Catholic Church or Catholic Church is the Christian Church in full communion with the Bishop of Rome, currently Pope Benedict XVI. It traces its origins to the original Christian community founded by Jesus Christ and led by the Twelve Apostles, in particular Saint Peter.