Upon this Rock
Where is a "pope" mentioned in the Bible?
Why do we need a mere man to lead the Church--can't we all just follow Jesus?
Did the early Christians recognize that Peter and his successors possessed special authority?
What do Catholics mean when they say the pope is "infallible"? Haven't there been many bad and sinful popes throughout history?
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