- Roman Catholic Church
- A Christian church, originating in the very early days of Christianity, governed by a supreme pontiff, the Pope of Rome, and a hierarchy.
Ballentine's law dictionary. Anderson, W.S.. 1998.
Roman Catholic Church
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