A. The Church is Catholic or universal because it subsists in all ages,
teaches all nations, and maintains all truth.

132. Q. How is the Church Apostolic?
A. The Church is Apostolic because it was founded by Christ on His
Apostles, and is governed by their lawful successors, and because it has
never ceased, and never will cease, to teach their doctrine.

133. Q. In which Church are these attributes and marks found?
A. These attributes and marks are found in the Holy Roman Catholic
Church alone.

134. Q. From whom does the Church derive its undying life and infallible
authority?
A. The Church derives its undying life and infallible authority from the
Holy Ghost, the spirit of truth, who abides with it forever.

135. Q. By whom is the Church made and kept One, Holy, and Catholic?
A. The Church is made and kept One, Holy, and Catholic by the Holy
Ghost, the spirit of love and holiness, who unites and sanctifies its
members throughout the world.



LESSON THIRTEENTH
ON THE SACRAMENTS IN GENERAL


136. Q. What is a Sacrament?
A. A Sacrament is an outward sign instituted by Christ to give grace.