As stated in Lumen Gentium, “Mary unites in her person and re-echoes the most important doctrines of the faith,” (65) For example, her divine maternity has always been the touchstone of an authentic understanding of the Incarnation of Jesus the Lord; her Immaculate Conception helps us see more clearly the gratuity of …

Roman Catholics believe the doctrine of the Assumption, which teaches that at the end of her life, Mary, the mother of Christ, was taken body and soul (i.e. both physically and spiritually) into heaven to live with her son (Jesus Christ) for ever.

Mary has always been a central figure in Christianity. One of the roles that Mary fulfils is the mother that we see in early Christianity; she’s the role model for mothers. She also plays an important role throughout Christian history in providing us with a female that’s right at the heart of events.

In the churches that observe it, the Assumption is a major feast day, commonly celebrated on 15 August. The Catholic Church teaches as dogma that the Virgin Mary “having completed the course of her earthly life, was assumed body and soul into heavenly glory”.

The four dogmas of Mother of God, Immaculate Conception, perpetual virginity, and Assumption form the basis of Mariology. However, a number of other Catholic doctrines about the Virgin Mary have been developed by reference to sacred scripture, theological reasoning and Church tradition.

They are baptism, confirmation, the Eucharist, reconciliation (penance), anointing of the sick, marriage, and holy orders. This number was confirmed by the Council of Trent against the Protestant reformers, who maintained that there were only two sacraments (baptism and the Eucharist).

noun. a building for public Christian worship. public worship of God or a religious service in such a building: to attend church regularly. a body of Christians worshipping in a particular building or constituting one congregation: She is a member of this church.

Jesus’ church community is made up of people who serve God. These people will be found in every denomination. They will be found inside and outside formal churches. Jesus left no instructions about organizing our churches or church activities.

Church is more than just entertainment, having large numbers of people attending services or hearing messages of empowerment from the pulpit that makes one feel good. Church is the lifeline of any society. Church is a unique place that should instill change in people’s lives.

Christians believe that it is part of their duty to act in a moral way and this involves helping others around them. The Church can play a vital role in Christians helping others as they provide: food banks – a place where people living in poverty can go and collect some food.

Warren’s five functions for the church are: Worship, Fellowship, Discipleship, Ministry, and Evangelism.

The local church is important because it is ordained by God. It is the vessel through which God brings His Kingdom to the earth. The local church is the level at which people are discipled, grown spiritually, cared for physically, and able to serve others. Furthermore, the local church makes up the global church.

Many Christians work to help their communities become better places to live. Churches often provide help and advice for those in need, and many Christians volunteer for local charities. …

Here are a few more surprising benefits of going to church:

• Church Connects Us with God.
• Church Gives Us a Chance to Reflect on Gratitude.
• Church Connects Us Socially.
• Church Helps Us Better Connect with our Spouse.
• Church Allows Us to Feel Reverence.
• Church Provides Plenty of Opportunities to Give Back.

The Relationship of God and the Local Church: Jesus nourishes and cherishes the church. The local church are apart of Christ’s body. God has a purpose and calling for each church member. The local church is under the authority of Christ, Christ is the head.

It was Jesus’ custom—his regular practice—to go to church. The Message Bible puts it like this, “As he always did on the Sabbath, he went to the meeting place.” If Jesus made it a priority to meet together with other believers, shouldn’t we, as his followers, do so also? As you search, remember, churches are imperfect.

Does the Bible say you have to go to church? Yes, but not the churh you and I probabyl think of. Christians are called to live life in community with each other. That community can come from a small group at your church, but it can also come from somewhere else.

However, your salvation does not require that you be a Christian and the qualifications for being a Christian doesn’t require regular church attendance. The church has persuaded us that the prerequisite to be a Christian and walk through the gates of heaven is contingent upon church attendance.

Here are some ways to help you find your way back to Him:

1. Talk to Him. Just as with any other person in your life, communication is essential to strengthening your relationship with God.
2. Obey Him. Obey God’s commandments.
3. Study the scriptures.
4. Listen for Him.
5. Show gratitude.
6. Be mindful.

Yes, you can have a deep relationship with God without ever entering a church or synagogue or mosque. The advantage of being a part of a faith community is that you have people to support you on the journey.

One does not need to believe in God for prayer to work. This makes sense because you do not need to subscribe to any particular religion or believe in any God to meditate. Though Harris does not realise it, the same is true of prayer. It is possible to be a praying atheist, a “pray-theist” if you like.

Religion is the relationship between God and human beings. We can think about God in various ways, but it is perhaps most appropriate to view God as the foundation of the universe; and by “human beings” I am referring to our individual consciousness.