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-An '''Apostle''' usually refers to one of the twelve apostles who followed [[Jesus Christ|Jesus]] during his time on earth. The apostles continued to follow Jesus after his death and resurrection.
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-== Bishops ==
-The Catholic Church believes that it's bishops have the roles as apostles, descended from the orginal twelve apostles. They have power to speak infallibly on issues of doctrine; which is believed to be apostolic power. They use this extremely sparingly. Their leader is The Pope in Rome; who takes the role of St. Peter who was the leader of the original apostles.