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  1. Jan 2, 2007 · The term “Oriental Orthodox churches” is now generally used to describe a group of six ancient eastern churches. Although they are in communion with one another, each is fully independent and possesses many distinctive traditions. The common element among these churches is their rejection of the christological definition of the Council of ...

  2. Metro Area: Manchester (NH) Our Lady of the Cedars Melkite Greek-Catholic Church. Status: ACTIVE CHURCH. Powered by SobiPro. Information on Byzantine Christian faith and worship. Includes directories, news, calendars, message boards, and links to other Orthodox and Catholic Churches.

  3. The Eastern Catholic Churches, also known as the Eastern-Rite Catholic Churches or Oriental Catholic Churches, represent a unique and integral component of the Catholic Church. These 23 Eastern Christian autonomous (sui iuris) particular churches maintain full communion with the Pope in Rome, despite their distinct theological, liturgical, and ...

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  5. The ecclesial life of the Eastern Catholic churches is governed in accordance with the Code of Canons of the Eastern Churches, which was promulgated by Pope John Paul II on October 18, 1990, and had the force of law as of October 1, 1991. According to the new Eastern Code, the Eastern Catholic churches fall into four categories: (1) Patriarchal ...

  6. Historically, Oriental Orthodoxy was introduced to North America during the 19th century, mainly through emigration of Christians from the Middle East, Caucasus, North Africa and India. Honoring such diverse heritage, Oriental Orthodoxy in North America is traditionally organized in accordance with patrimonial jurisdictions of autocephalous ...

  7. The Council's dogmatic constitution on the Church, Lumen Gentium (November 21, 1964) deals with the Eastern Catholic Churches in section 23. Unitatis Redintegratio. The decree Unitatis Redintegratio (also of November 21, 1964) deals with the Eastern Catholic Churches in sections 14-17. Code of Canons of the Eastern Churches

  8. Feb 15, 2021 · The mosaic of eastern churches "is manifested in this variety" and unity with the Pope, according to Cardinal Leonardo Sandri who heads the Congregation. Q: Up until the reform of the Roman Curia in 1967, the position of Prefect of the Congregation was reserved to the Pope, reflecting the importance attributed to the care of the Oriental Churches.

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