| A | B |
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| Magisterium | the official name given to the official teaching authority of the Church |
| Indefectibility | the Church will remain faithful to Christ's teaching until the end of the world |
| Infallibility | teach on matters of faith and morals without error |
| Ex Cathedra | from the chair |
| doctrine | An official, authoritative teaching of the Church based on the Revelation of God |
| dogma | Teachings recognized as central to Church teaching, defined by the Magisterium and accorded the fullest weight and authority |
| Ecumenical Council | A gathering of the Church's bishops from around the world convened by the Pope or approved by him to address pressing issues in the Church |
| domestic church | a believing family |
