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## The Word "Papa" - The word "Papa" does not appear in the Bible. - "Papa" means "Father" in Italian. - The Pope is also known as the Bishop of Rome. - The Diocese of Rome is where the Catholic Church has its headquarters. - The Pope is also considered the successor to Peter. ## The Pope and...

## The Word "Papa" - The word "Papa" does not appear in the Bible. - "Papa" means "Father" in Italian. - The Pope is also known as the Bishop of Rome. - The Diocese of Rome is where the Catholic Church has its headquarters. - The Pope is also considered the successor to Peter. ## The Pope and the Bible - The Bible does not mention that Peter was in Rome. - The Book of Acts, written by Luke, seems to suggest that it was incomplete because Peter was in Rome at his death as indicated by archeological evidence. - Lino was the successor to Peter and was followed by Anacleto. ## The Importance of the Pope - The Pope is the only person in the New Testament to receive a new name from Jesus. - This is a tradition that dates back to the Old Testament, where God would give a new name to those he chose for a specific mission. - This is also why Popes change their name. - The Church has a diverse community of priests and faithful, who all participate in the mission of spreading the message of salvation. - The Church is organized in a way that unites its members in love and in God's plan. - The Church also includes several ministries.