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| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| 5 October 2024<br />
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Cardinal Secretary of State <br />
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Cardinal Vicar<br />
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Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
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Titular Archbishop<br />
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Bishop of Sicily<br />
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Vicar General of the Dominican Order<br />
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| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| 12 October 2024<br />
by Pope Clement XV<br />
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| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| 8 November 2022<br />
by Pope Clement XV<br />
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| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| 16 May 2023<br />
by Pope Clement XV<br />
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'''Pope John Paul III''', previously PerseusV, is the current leader of the [[Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church|Holy Catholic Church]]. He is the first pope to be a member of the Dominican Order and first pope to not have played on Terra Nova.<br />
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Perseus was ordained as a priest in August of 2023 in Rome, Papal States. He remained in Italy for his episcopacy, where he served as Bishop of Sicily and later as an titular archbishop in Rome as the Prefecture of the Papal Household. He was created a cardinal on May 16th, 2023, by Pope Clement XV. During his time as cardinal, he served as the Cardinal Secretary of State and oversaw the governance of the Papal States. He was the project manager for the construction of the new St. Peter's Basilica on Terra Aurora.<br />
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Following the historic resignation of Pope Pius XIII on September 24th, 2024, a papal conclave elected Perseus to be his successor on the 5th of October. His election came after the longest conclave in the history of the Church on EarthMC, taking two separate rounds of voting over the course of a week. He startchose the name John Paul as his papal name in honor of Pope Saint John Paul II.<br />
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Pope John Paul III is widely recognized for his pastoral excellence, his impassioned speeches, and his ability to connect deeply with the faithful. Before his ascension to the papacy, he built a reputation as an advocate for community engagement, organizing numerous events that brought together Christians of all walks of life such as the coronation of the Holy Roman Emperor in May of 2024. A strong proponent of Christian unity, Pope John Paul III has consistently emphasized the importance of bridging divides within the Christian community, making it a central pillar of his young papacy. He views every initiative through the lens of advancing the Church's mission, urging his prelates to set aside all personal differences and tensions for the sake of spreading the truth of God's love to all. Whether through local gatherings in Rome, Church-wide celebrations, or administrative efforts, his leadership has so far been marked by a genuine desire to serve, inspire, and unite the people of God.<br />
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=Papacy=<br />
==Documents==<br />
<br />
Papal decrees are official rulings or directives issued by the Pope of the EMC Holy Catholic Church. These decrees serve to guide the Church's doctrine, govern its internal operations, and provide moral and spiritual leadership to its followers. They can address a wide range of issues, from theological matters to the Church's stance on political or social developments within the server, helping to shape the community in alignment with Christian principles. Other addresses, such letters and encyclicals, serve to guide the Christian flock on the server.<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Title/Description<br />
!Type<br />
!Date Signed<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[https://discord.com/channels/688590442157178901/706710184638021673/1292325204957335626 Decree for the Adoption of the Fifth Amendment to the Holy Canonical Law]<br />
|Decree<br />
|5 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JfkI7U1q-8o61KM1qSfXVC5rGmWTc9wi/view?usp=sharing In Fraternal Unity]<br />
|Encyclical<br />
|26 January 2025<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Sn%20fVQ4sqGRNz1ulSv05eA1o7yl89b6j/view?usp=sharing Open Letter to Liturgists on EarthMC]<br />
|Letter<br />
|2 February 2025<br />
|}<br />
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==Episcopal Elevations==<br />
<br />
In EarthMC, the Pope holds the unique and exclusive authority to elevate members of the clergy to the rank of bishop or cardinal within the EMC Holy Catholic Church. Through this authority, the Pope ensures that only those deemed worthy and faithful are entrusted with leading ecclesiastical territories and advising the papacy on spiritual and administrative matters within the server.<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Portrait<br />
!Name<br />
!Prior Title<br />
!Elevated Title<br />
!Date<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Churchasfa.png|50px]]<br />
|Luke08Gala<br />
|Archbishop<br />
|Cardinal<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|<br />
|RandovMan<br />
|Archbishop<br />
|Cardinal<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|<br />
|Creeper_RCS<br />
|Archbishop emeritus<br />
|Titular Archbishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|<br />
|Gamingtoast_<br />
|Bishop of Victoria<br />
|Archbishop of Australia<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|5<br />
|<br />
|x_omega_<br />
|Bishop of Poland<br />
|Auxiliary Archbishop of Poland<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|<br />
|MakRouss<br />
|Priest<br />
|Titular Bishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|<br />
|Virelie<br />
|Priest<br />
|Titular Bishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|<br />
|Atti_747<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Antarctica<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|<br />
|RandomGuy<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Siberia<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|<br />
|MakRouss<br />
|Titular Bishop<br />
|Titular Archbishop<br />
|21 November 2024<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|<br />
|Nox700<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Brazil<br />
|21 November 2024<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|<br />
|Wxckedi<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Greenland<br />
|21 November 2024<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|<br />
|Michael_C<br />
|Bishop of Korea<br />
|Archbishop of Asia<br />
|5 January 2025<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|<br />
|Bp_Aleksander<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Korea<br />
|5 January 2025<br />
|-<br />
|15<br />
|<br />
|Letgamerman<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Guiana<br />
|11 January 2025<br />
|-<br />
|16<br />
|<br />
|Petar201<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Romania<br />
|11 January 2025<br />
|-<br />
|17<br />
|<br />
|Lostindimension<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Carolina<br />
|3 February 2025<br />
|-<br />
|18<br />
|<br />
|Orange_lol<br />
|Priest<br />
|Auxiliary Bishop of the Levant<br />
|2 March 2025<br />
|-<br />
|19<br />
|<br />
|Pietro<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Brazil<br />
|2 March 2025<br />
|-<br />
|20<br />
|<br />
|CorbeauNoiraud<br />
|Monsignor<br />
|Bishop of France<br />
|7 March 2025<br />
|}<br />
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==Roman Curia==<br />
<br />
The Roman Curia serves as the administrative body that assists the EMC Pope in governing the Holy Catholic Church on the EarthMC server. Comprising various congregations, dicasteries, and offices, the Curia plays a vital role in facilitating the Church's operations, implementing papal decrees, and providing guidance on matters of doctrine and discipline.<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Name<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat of State<br />
|Cardinal Secretary of State Bernard Albani<br />
|9 October 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat of the Economy<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|9 October 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Clergy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Quarox<br />
|12 January 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for Divine Worship<br />
|VACANT<br />
|N/A<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Culture and Architecture<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|17 August 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Communication<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|9 October 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite<br />
|Patriarch TNTBlake<br />
|11 February 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Bishops<br />
|Archbishop Omega<br />
|3 March 2025 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Pontifical Guard<br />
|Colonel Arcanum_Maximum <br />
|11 December 2023 - Present<br />
|}<br />
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==Papal Household==<br />
<br />
The Papal Household is crucial to the Pope on EarthMC as it encompasses the personal staff and services that support the Pope in his daily functions and public engagements. This household includes officials such as the papal secretary, advisors, and attendants who help manage the logistics of the Pope's schedule, ensuring smooth operations during ceremonies, meetings, and events.<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Name<br />
!Held Since<br />
|-<br />
|Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Luke08Gala<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Master of Ceremonies<br />
|Archbishop CreeperRCS<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Secretary<br />
|Bishop Makrouss<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Secretary<br />
|Bishop Virelie<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Deacon & Standard Bearer<br />
|Father Hamburger<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Gentleman & Pontifical Biographer<br />
|STVRZ<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Gentleman & Master of the Keys of the Apostolic Palace<br />
|Louis_Raphael<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Sculptor<br />
|Bishop FleischKiste144<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Photographer<br />
|Archbishop CreeperRCS<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|}<br />
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=History=<br />
==Election==<br />
<br />
Perseus was elected pope on October 5th, 2024, after eleven days of sede vacante and two days of voting. This was the longest period of sede vacante in the history of the Holy Catholic Church and the first time where the scrutiny of the conclave had failed to reach the necessary votes to elect a new pope. The number of ballots cast by the cardinals has not been made public, but it believed to be well over twenty.<br />
<br />
The initial indecision of the College of Cardinals was a cause for concern, with speculation spreading about potential disunity during the week leading up to the second round of voting. However, all doubts dissipated whenever Cardinal Perseus, now Pope John Paul III, stepped out onto the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and delivered his first papal address to the faithful awaiting in St. Peter's Square. John Paul made his first appearance wearing the white papal cassock accompanied by a red velvet mozzetta. <br />
<br />
During his speech, John Paul preached the importance of continued Christian unity, denouncing recent divisions and encouraging his fellow faithful members to embrace their roles as missionaries.<br />
<br />
===Urbi et Orbi Address===<br />
<br />
The following is a transcript of Pope John Paul's Urbi et Orbi address delivered on October 5th, 2024, at 3:15 PM in Rome.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
''"After what everyone could tell was a lengthy and intense deliberation process, it seems my brothers, the cardinals, have decided and elected a bishop of Rome. Today, I would like to address you for the first time as someone who is here not to pretend, but to take your hand and together walk the path of our mission as online evangelizers and pastors. First, I would like to thank you all for being here, for your faith, and for your patience in my brother cardinals and me to make a decision. But before anything else, I would like to take a moment to thank our previous pope, our former pope, our pastor and evangelical champion, our theological expert, Pope Pius XIII. With this being said, I believe that we now face, as a community and as a Church, one single purpose, one challenge that we must overcome if we are to continue moving forward on our mission to evangelize EarthMC—and that is unity, Christian unity. It is through the unity of our Church that, together, we can realize that we must return to our pastoral mission—not as mere replicators of the real Church, but as online evangelizers. We must realize that our efforts in EarthMC are not in vain, that they are not simply acting. It’s a real challenge. It’s a real calling that we, as Christians, have to bring the Gospels to everyone. What better environment to educate than through this game and the opportunity that has been given to us? We must return to our mission as evangelizers. To do this, we must act as living examples—living examples of Christ. My fellow brothers, what we do is being seen by other players who might not be accustomed to the faith, who might not be Christian. It is our responsibility and duty to act morally right, to act in accordance with the values of the Church, to act as the Church preaches in real life. Only then will the server look at us—and they are already looking at us—and truly realize that the only way to the truth and to the light is through Him, through Our Lord. With this being said, going back to the notion that we are not here to replicate, I invite you to realize that our mission is real, our mission has purpose and meaning. What we do, people can see and tell. In that sense, I therefore ask for your real prayers, just as you have my own. I deeply thank you for being here today, for your support, for your love. I invite you today to walk with me together to get the Church back to its pastoral roots. I ask that you pray for me, for the real Church, and for our little community, so that we may touch the hearts of every player on the server, every leader and every player who needs to know that God loves him. I ask for your prayers. Once again, thank you for your time, for your effort, and for everything you have done for the Church. God bless you. We will be meeting each other soon."''<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
5 Oct. 2024<br />
</blockquote><br />
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===Evening Address===<br />
<br />
On the evening following his election, Pope John Paul III released his second address to the faithful where he emphasized his message delivered on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and made clear his mission to rid the Church of all division.<br />
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<blockquote><br />
''"My dearest brothers and sisters in Christ, <br />
<br />
Profoundly humbled by the weight of the holy office now entrusted upon me, I address you not as Pontiff but as a fellow pilgrim on this journey of faith, filled with hope for our Church and entrusting our efforts to the Holy Spirit so that He may guide us in wisdom, strength, and courage. <br />
<br />
As we commence a new chapter in the history of our community, I invite each of you to renew your commitment to this journey. Let us embrace the teachings of our faith, not as a burden, but as a source of light that guides our steps. We must engage with the world, not in judgment, but in compassion, reaching out to those who feel lost, marginalized, or forgotten. Let us be the hands and feet of Christ in our communities, demonstrating the transformative power of love and service.<br />
<br />
Aware of the pressing tides of uncertainty and division we affront, which only seek to divide and demoralize the Body of Christ, I call upon Christendom to once more rise to the task and become the beacon of peace and hope EarthMC desperately needs. Let us put aside our differences then and truly believe in our ability to change the hearts of others. We live in a moment when our voices can be heard around the world. Let us use this privilege to advocate for justice, peace, and the dignity of every human life. <br />
<br />
To those who have felt alienated or distanced from the Church, I say: you are welcome here. Our doors are open, our hearts ready to embrace you. I ask for your trust, to take my hand and, together, walk down this path. Let us build a Church that reflects the love of Christ, a Church that is a beacon of hope, a sanctuary of peace, and a home for all. May we move forward with courage, joy, and a renewed spirit, ready to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with Terra Aurora.<br />
<br />
May God bless each and everyone of you."<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
5 Oct. 2024<br />
</blockquote><br />
<br />
==October Papal Audience with the Council of Bishops==<br />
<br />
On 6 October 2024, the day after his election to the papacy, Pope John Paul III held his inaugural papal audience, convening bishops from across Terra Aurora. During this audience held in the recently constructed Sala Regia in Vatican City, the Pontiff emphasized the importance of returning the Church to its evangelical and missionary roots, alongside announcing his decree on canon law reforms.<br />
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The Holy Father expressed his discontent with the "factionalism" and politicization of episcopal offices within the Roman Curia, strongly condemning those who "seek high office for their benefit at the expense of the Church." After addressing the bishops and responding to their questions, the Pope concluded the audience by reiterating his desire for a Church where every member embodies the gospel.<br />
<br />
==First Pontifical Mass==<br />
His Holiness celebrated his first pontifical mass on October 13, 2024, which also marked the official opening of the newly completed St. Peter’s Basilica.<br />
<br />
==Romanian State Visit to Rome==<br />
In October 2024, Pope John Paul III hosted King Dirtman and King Chase of Romania at the Apostolic Palace, where they discussed the preservation of Christian faith in Europe. As a gesture of goodwill, he presented them with the "Sword of Saint Michael." <br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
Yesterday, I was honored to receive in Rome the heads of state of several nations including Romania, Russia, France, Germany, Poland, and the Holy Lands. This extraordinary gathering reflects not only the strength of our collective desire to foster peace and unity but also the vital importance of strengthening the bonds of faith that unite us all under the grace of our Lord.<br />
<br />
In the spirit of fraternal and brotherly peace, it is my wish to build a future where compassion and understanding reign over division and hatred. In these challenging times for our server, when Terra Aurora often faces tensions of both earthly and spiritual natures, it is through these actions that we, as the people of God, unite in a single choir to declare against the evils that persecute us that we stand in the name of peace, unity, goodwill, and, above all else, Christ; proudly and boldly.<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
25 Nov. 2024<br />
</blockquote><br />
<br />
==Christmas Call for Unity==<br />
In the annual Christmas address customarily delivered by popes on EarthMC, Pope John Paul III emphasized the importance of family and community in all forms and urged the faithful to create "a little Nazareth" in their online communities. He highlighted real global issues facing EarthMC players such as religious persecution and natural disasters, calling for unity and compassion within the EarthMC Christian community.<br />
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https://youtu.be/lTeK0MRG9CA<br />
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==Declaration of Jubilee Year and Consecration of New Saints==<br />
On January 1, 2025, Pope John Paul III declared Jubilee Year 2025, a year of spiritual renewal and pilgrimage, coinciding with the real-world Jubilee proclaimed by Pope Francis. The Holy Door at St. Peter’s Basilica was opened to mark the event.<br />
<br />
Pope John Paul III also took the occasion to consecrate many new EMC saints and formalize the canonization process.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
It is with great joy that I announce that this Sunday’s Mass, in addition to being the opening Mass for our great Jubilee on EarthMC, will also be a canonization mass where we ratify the already existing EarthMC Saints, as well as canonize new ones.<br />
<br />
In this sacred moment, we will celebrate the examples and virtues of those who have gone before us, who walked the paths of our server with courage, faith, and love, serving as beacons of hope and models of Christ-like living within our EarthMC community. Their deeds, though rooted in the confines of EMC, reflect eternal truths and virtues that transcend all boundaries. We shall recall their contributions—whether through acts of charity, the building of communities, or the inspiration they provided to others in times of trial. Let this celebration not merely be a moment to look back, but a call to each of us to rise to our own challenges and become instruments of peace and goodwill.<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
31 Dec. 2024<br />
</blockquote><br />
<br />
==Apostolic Visit to Genoa==<br />
In January 2025, Pope John Paul III initiated a "Grand Tour" to visit historic cathedrals and holy sites. His first stop was Genoa, where he celebrated Holy Mass at the Cathedral of Amalfi and met with officials from the Genoese government to discuss concerns over Christian worship in the region.<br />
<br />
==Meeting with Patriarch Archbishop TNTBlake==<br />
On 11 January 2025, Pope John Paul III met with Patriarch Archbishop TNTBlake in the Apostolic Palace in Rome to discuss the continued unity between Catholic and Orthodox Christians under the Holy Catholic Church.<br />
<br />
==Coronation of the Holy Roman Emperor==<br />
On 17 January 2025, Pope John Paul III coronated the seventh Holy Roman Emperor, Veyronity, in Rome.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
I will coronate the Holy Roman Emperor in a continuation of the precedent set by my predecessor in recognizing this holy alliance as the legitimate body of Christian states meant to defend the faith in Europe. This honor I bestow upon him is not meant to be taken lightly, as it is a further recognition of succession from the times of Terra Nova and the Greater Roman Empire. <br />
<br />
May this event bring us closer together as communities and nations in spirit and for the ultimate goal, the faith. I would like to invite all of you, both from the borders of the empire and outside, as a Christian community, to witness this sacred event in Saint Peter's Basilica.<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
17 Jan. 2025<br />
</blockquote><br />
<br />
==First Encyclical==<br />
On 20 January 2025, Pope John Paul III released the first encyclical of his pontificate titled "[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JfkI7U1q-8o61KM1qSfXVC5rGmWTc9wi/view?usp=sharing In Fraternal Unity]" where he called for Christians on EarthMC to "profess loudly and boldly that on EarthMC, we remain united as Christians in His Holy Name in order to further evangelize and promulgate His gospel on the server."</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Pope_John_Paul_III&diff=250860Aurora:Pope John Paul III2025-03-16T16:27:50Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:200%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Pope John Paul III</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:150%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Bishop of Rome</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
{{!}} colspan="2" style="text-align:center;background-color:#;" {{!}}<br />
[[File:Keys.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Information</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Church'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Holy Catholic Church<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Papacy began'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| 5 October 2024<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Predecessor'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Previous post(s)'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| <br />
Cardinal Secretary of State <br />
<br />
Cardinal Vicar<br />
<br />
Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
<br />
Titular Archbishop<br />
<br />
Bishop of Sicily<br />
<br />
Vicar General of the Dominican Order<br />
<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Orders</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Ordination'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| 12 October 2024<br />
by Pope Clement XV<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Consecration'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| 8 November 2022<br />
by Pope Clement XV<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Created cardinal'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| 16 May 2023<br />
by Pope Clement XV<br />
|}</div><br />
|}<br />
<br />
'''Pope John Paul III''', previously PerseusV, is the current leader of the [[Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church|Holy Catholic Church]]. He is the first pope to be a member of the Dominican Order and first pope to not have played on Terra Nova.<br />
<br />
Perseus was ordained as a priest in August of 2023 in Rome, Papal States. He remained in Italy for his episcopacy, where he served as Bishop of Sicily and later as an titular archbishop in Rome as the Prefecture of the Papal Household. He was created a cardinal on May 16th, 2023, by Pope Clement XV. During his time as cardinal, he served as the Cardinal Secretary of State and oversaw the governance of the Papal States. He was the project manager for the construction of the new St. Peter's Basilica on Terra Aurora.<br />
<br />
Following the historic resignation of Pope Pius XIII on September 24th, 2024, a papal conclave elected Perseus to be his successor on the 5th of October. His election came after the longest conclave in the history of the Church on EarthMC, taking two separate rounds of voting over the course of a week. He startchose the name John Paul as his papal name in honor of Pope Saint John Paul II.<br />
<br />
Pope John Paul III is widely recognized for his pastoral excellence, his impassioned speeches, and his ability to connect deeply with the faithful. Before his ascension to the papacy, he built a reputation as an advocate for community engagement, organizing numerous events that brought together Christians of all walks of life such as the coronation of the Holy Roman Emperor in May of 2024. A strong proponent of Christian unity, Pope John Paul III has consistently emphasized the importance of bridging divides within the Christian community, making it a central pillar of his young papacy. He views every initiative through the lens of advancing the Church's mission, urging his prelates to set aside all personal differences and tensions for the sake of spreading the truth of God's love to all. Whether through local gatherings in Rome, Church-wide celebrations, or administrative efforts, his leadership has so far been marked by a genuine desire to serve, inspire, and unite the people of God.<br />
<br />
=Papacy=<br />
==Documents==<br />
<br />
Papal decrees are official rulings or directives issued by the Pope of the EMC Holy Catholic Church. These decrees serve to guide the Church's doctrine, govern its internal operations, and provide moral and spiritual leadership to its followers. They can address a wide range of issues, from theological matters to the Church's stance on political or social developments within the server, helping to shape the community in alignment with Christian principles. Other addresses, such letters and encyclicals, serve to guide the Christian flock on the server.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Title/Description<br />
!Type<br />
!Date Signed<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[https://discord.com/channels/688590442157178901/706710184638021673/1292325204957335626 Decree for the Adoption of the Fifth Amendment to the Holy Canonical Law]<br />
|Decree<br />
|5 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JfkI7U1q-8o61KM1qSfXVC5rGmWTc9wi/view?usp=sharing In Fraternal Unity]<br />
|Encyclical<br />
|26 January 2025<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Sn%20fVQ4sqGRNz1ulSv05eA1o7yl89b6j/view?usp=sharing Open Letter to Liturgists on EarthMC]<br />
|Letter<br />
|2 February 2025<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Episcopal Elevations==<br />
<br />
In EarthMC, the Pope holds the unique and exclusive authority to elevate members of the clergy to the rank of bishop or cardinal within the EMC Holy Catholic Church. Through this authority, the Pope ensures that only those deemed worthy and faithful are entrusted with leading ecclesiastical territories and advising the papacy on spiritual and administrative matters within the server.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Portrait<br />
!Name<br />
!Prior Title<br />
!Elevated Title<br />
!Date<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Churchasfa.png|50px]]<br />
|Luke08Gala<br />
|Archbishop<br />
|Cardinal<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|<br />
|RandovMan<br />
|Archbishop<br />
|Cardinal<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|<br />
|Creeper_RCS<br />
|Archbishop emeritus<br />
|Titular Archbishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|<br />
|Gamingtoast_<br />
|Bishop of Victoria<br />
|Archbishop of Australia<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|5<br />
|<br />
|x_omega_<br />
|Bishop of Poland<br />
|Auxiliary Archbishop of Poland<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|<br />
|MakRouss<br />
|Priest<br />
|Titular Bishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|<br />
|Virelie<br />
|Priest<br />
|Titular Bishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|<br />
|Atti_747<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Antarctica<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|<br />
|RandomGuy<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Siberia<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|<br />
|MakRouss<br />
|Titular Bishop<br />
|Titular Archbishop<br />
|21 November 2024<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|<br />
|Nox700<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Brazil<br />
|21 November 2024<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|<br />
|Wxckedi<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Greenland<br />
|21 November 2024<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|<br />
|Michael_C<br />
|Bishop of Korea<br />
|Archbishop of Asia<br />
|5 January 2025<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|<br />
|Bp_Aleksander<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Korea<br />
|5 January 2025<br />
|-<br />
|15<br />
|<br />
|Letgamerman<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Guiana<br />
|11 January 2025<br />
|-<br />
|16<br />
|<br />
|Petar201<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Romania<br />
|11 January 2025<br />
|-<br />
|17<br />
|<br />
|Lostindimension<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Carolina<br />
|3 February 2025<br />
|-<br />
|18<br />
|<br />
|Orange_lol<br />
|Priest<br />
|Auxiliary Bishop of the Levant<br />
|2 March 2025<br />
|-<br />
|19<br />
|<br />
|Pietro<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Brazil<br />
|2 March 2025<br />
|-<br />
|20<br />
|<br />
|CorbeauNoiraud<br />
|Monsignor<br />
|Bishop of France<br />
|7 March 2025<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Roman Curia==<br />
<br />
The Roman Curia serves as the administrative body that assists the EMC Pope in governing the Holy Catholic Church on the EarthMC server. Comprising various congregations, dicasteries, and offices, the Curia plays a vital role in facilitating the Church's operations, implementing papal decrees, and providing guidance on matters of doctrine and discipline.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Name<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat of State<br />
|Cardinal Secretary of State Bernard Albani<br />
|9 October 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat of the Economy<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|9 October 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Clergy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Quarox<br />
|12 January 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for Divine Worship<br />
|VACANT<br />
|N/A<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Culture and Architecture<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|17 August 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Communication<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|9 October 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite<br />
|Patriarch TNTBlake<br />
|11 February 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Bishops<br />
|Archbishop Omega<br />
|3 March 2025 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Pontifical Guard<br />
|Colonel Arcanum_Maximum <br />
|11 December 2023 - Present<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Papal Household==<br />
<br />
The Papal Household is crucial to the Pope on EarthMC as it encompasses the personal staff and services that support the Pope in his daily functions and public engagements. This household includes officials such as the papal secretary, advisors, and attendants who help manage the logistics of the Pope's schedule, ensuring smooth operations during ceremonies, meetings, and events.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Name<br />
!Held Since<br />
|-<br />
|Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Luke08Gala<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Master of Ceremonies<br />
|Archbishop CreeperRCS<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Secretary<br />
|Bishop Makrouss<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Secretary<br />
|Bishop Virelie<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Deacon & Standard Bearer<br />
|Father Hamburger<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Gentleman & Pontifical Biographer<br />
|STVRZ<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Gentleman & Master of the Keys of the Apostolic Palace<br />
|Louis_Raphael<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Sculptor<br />
|Bishop FleischKiste144<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Photographer<br />
|Archbishop CreeperRCS<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|}<br />
<br />
=History=<br />
==Election==<br />
<br />
Perseus was elected pope on October 5th, 2024, after eleven days of sede vacante and two days of voting. This was the longest period of sede vacante in the history of the Holy Catholic Church and the first time where the scrutiny of the conclave had failed to reach the necessary votes to elect a new pope. The number of ballots cast by the cardinals has not been made public, but it believed to be well over twenty.<br />
<br />
The initial indecision of the College of Cardinals was a cause for concern, with speculation spreading about potential disunity during the week leading up to the second round of voting. However, all doubts dissipated whenever Cardinal Perseus, now Pope John Paul III, stepped out onto the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and delivered his first papal address to the faithful awaiting in St. Peter's Square. John Paul made his first appearance wearing the white papal cassock accompanied by a red velvet mozzetta. <br />
<br />
During his speech, John Paul preached the importance of continued Christian unity, denouncing recent divisions and encouraging his fellow faithful members to embrace their roles as missionaries.<br />
<br />
===Urbi et Orbi Address===<br />
<br />
The following is a transcript of Pope John Paul's Urbi et Orbi address delivered on October 5th, 2024, at 3:15 PM in Rome.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
''"After what everyone could tell was a lengthy and intense deliberation process, it seems my brothers, the cardinals, have decided and elected a bishop of Rome. Today, I would like to address you for the first time as someone who is here not to pretend, but to take your hand and together walk the path of our mission as online evangelizers and pastors. First, I would like to thank you all for being here, for your faith, and for your patience in my brother cardinals and me to make a decision. But before anything else, I would like to take a moment to thank our previous pope, our former pope, our pastor and evangelical champion, our theological expert, Pope Pius XIII. With this being said, I believe that we now face, as a community and as a Church, one single purpose, one challenge that we must overcome if we are to continue moving forward on our mission to evangelize EarthMC—and that is unity, Christian unity. It is through the unity of our Church that, together, we can realize that we must return to our pastoral mission—not as mere replicators of the real Church, but as online evangelizers. We must realize that our efforts in EarthMC are not in vain, that they are not simply acting. It’s a real challenge. It’s a real calling that we, as Christians, have to bring the Gospels to everyone. What better environment to educate than through this game and the opportunity that has been given to us? We must return to our mission as evangelizers. To do this, we must act as living examples—living examples of Christ. My fellow brothers, what we do is being seen by other players who might not be accustomed to the faith, who might not be Christian. It is our responsibility and duty to act morally right, to act in accordance with the values of the Church, to act as the Church preaches in real life. Only then will the server look at us—and they are already looking at us—and truly realize that the only way to the truth and to the light is through Him, through Our Lord. With this being said, going back to the notion that we are not here to replicate, I invite you to realize that our mission is real, our mission has purpose and meaning. What we do, people can see and tell. In that sense, I therefore ask for your real prayers, just as you have my own. I deeply thank you for being here today, for your support, for your love. I invite you today to walk with me together to get the Church back to its pastoral roots. I ask that you pray for me, for the real Church, and for our little community, so that we may touch the hearts of every player on the server, every leader and every player who needs to know that God loves him. I ask for your prayers. Once again, thank you for your time, for your effort, and for everything you have done for the Church. God bless you. We will be meeting each other soon."''<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
5 Oct. 2024<br />
</blockquote><br />
<br />
===Evening Address===<br />
<br />
On the evening following his election, Pope John Paul III released his second address to the faithful where he emphasized his message delivered on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and made clear his mission to rid the Church of all division.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
''"My dearest brothers and sisters in Christ, <br />
<br />
Profoundly humbled by the weight of the holy office now entrusted upon me, I address you not as Pontiff but as a fellow pilgrim on this journey of faith, filled with hope for our Church and entrusting our efforts to the Holy Spirit so that He may guide us in wisdom, strength, and courage. <br />
<br />
As we commence a new chapter in the history of our community, I invite each of you to renew your commitment to this journey. Let us embrace the teachings of our faith, not as a burden, but as a source of light that guides our steps. We must engage with the world, not in judgment, but in compassion, reaching out to those who feel lost, marginalized, or forgotten. Let us be the hands and feet of Christ in our communities, demonstrating the transformative power of love and service.<br />
<br />
Aware of the pressing tides of uncertainty and division we affront, which only seek to divide and demoralize the Body of Christ, I call upon Christendom to once more rise to the task and become the beacon of peace and hope EarthMC desperately needs. Let us put aside our differences then and truly believe in our ability to change the hearts of others. We live in a moment when our voices can be heard around the world. Let us use this privilege to advocate for justice, peace, and the dignity of every human life. <br />
<br />
To those who have felt alienated or distanced from the Church, I say: you are welcome here. Our doors are open, our hearts ready to embrace you. I ask for your trust, to take my hand and, together, walk down this path. Let us build a Church that reflects the love of Christ, a Church that is a beacon of hope, a sanctuary of peace, and a home for all. May we move forward with courage, joy, and a renewed spirit, ready to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with Terra Aurora.<br />
<br />
May God bless each and everyone of you."<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
5 Oct. 2024<br />
</blockquote><br />
<br />
==October Papal Audience with the Council of Bishops==<br />
<br />
On 6 October 2024, the day after his election to the papacy, Pope John Paul III held his inaugural papal audience, convening bishops from across Terra Aurora. During this audience held in the recently constructed Sala Regia in Vatican City, the Pontiff emphasized the importance of returning the Church to its evangelical and missionary roots, alongside announcing his decree on canon law reforms.<br />
<br />
The Holy Father expressed his discontent with the "factionalism" and politicization of episcopal offices within the Roman Curia, strongly condemning those who "seek high office for their benefit at the expense of the Church." After addressing the bishops and responding to their questions, the Pope concluded the audience by reiterating his desire for a Church where every member embodies the gospel.</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Pope_John_Paul_III&diff=250859Aurora:Pope John Paul III2025-03-16T16:26:37Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:200%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Pope John Paul III</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:150%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Bishop of Rome</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
{{!}} colspan="2" style="text-align:center;background-color:#;" {{!}}<br />
[[File:Keys.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Information</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Church'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Holy Catholic Church<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Papacy began'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| 5 October 2024<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Predecessor'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Previous post(s)'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| <br />
Cardinal Secretary of State <br />
<br />
Cardinal Vicar<br />
<br />
Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
<br />
Titular Archbishop<br />
<br />
Bishop of Sicily<br />
<br />
Vicar General of the Dominican Order<br />
<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Orders</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Ordination'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| 12 October 2024<br />
by Pope Clement XV<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Consecration'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| 8 November 2022<br />
by Pope Clement XV<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Created cardinal'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| 16 May 2023<br />
by Pope Clement XV<br />
|}</div><br />
|}<br />
<br />
'''Pope John Paul III''', previously PerseusV, is the current leader of the [[Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church|Holy Catholic Church]]. He is the first pope to be a member of the Dominican Order and first pope to not have played on Terra Nova.<br />
<br />
Perseus was ordained as a priest in August of 2023 in Rome, Papal States. He remained in Italy for his episcopacy, where he served as Bishop of Sicily and later as an titular archbishop in Rome as the Prefecture of the Papal Household. He was created a cardinal on May 16th, 2023, by Pope Clement XV. During his time as cardinal, he served as the Cardinal Secretary of State and oversaw the governance of the Papal States. He was the project manager for the construction of the new St. Peter's Basilica on Terra Aurora.<br />
<br />
Following the historic resignation of Pope Pius XIII on September 24th, 2024, a papal conclave elected Perseus to be his successor on the 5th of October. His election came after the longest conclave in the history of the Church on EarthMC, taking two separate rounds of voting over the course of a week. He startchose the name John Paul as his papal name in honor of Pope Saint John Paul II.<br />
<br />
Pope John Paul III is widely recognized for his pastoral excellence, his impassioned speeches, and his ability to connect deeply with the faithful. Before his ascension to the papacy, he built a reputation as an advocate for community engagement, organizing numerous events that brought together Christians of all walks of life such as the coronation of the Holy Roman Emperor in May of 2024. A strong proponent of Christian unity, Pope John Paul III has consistently emphasized the importance of bridging divides within the Christian community, making it a central pillar of his young papacy. He views every initiative through the lens of advancing the Church's mission, urging his prelates to set aside all personal differences and tensions for the sake of spreading the truth of God's love to all. Whether through local gatherings in Rome, Church-wide celebrations, or administrative efforts, his leadership has so far been marked by a genuine desire to serve, inspire, and unite the people of God.<br />
<br />
=Papacy=<br />
==Documents==<br />
<br />
Papal decrees are official rulings or directives issued by the Pope of the EMC Holy Catholic Church. These decrees serve to guide the Church's doctrine, govern its internal operations, and provide moral and spiritual leadership to its followers. They can address a wide range of issues, from theological matters to the Church's stance on political or social developments within the server, helping to shape the community in alignment with Christian principles. Other addresses, such letters and encyclicals, serve to guide the Christian flock on the server.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Title/Description<br />
!Type<br />
!Date Signed<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[Decree for the Adoption of the Fifth Amendment to the Holy Canonical Law](https://discord.com/channels/688590442157178901/706710184638021673/1292325204957335626)<br />
|Decree<br />
|5 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|[In Fraternal Unity](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JfkI7U1q-8o61KM1qSfXVC5rGmWTc9wi/view?usp=sharing)<br />
|Encyclical<br />
|26 January 2025<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[Open Letter to Liturgists on EarthMC](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Sn_fVQ4sqGRNz1ulSv05eA1o7yl89b6j/view?usp=sharing)<br />
|Letter<br />
|2 February 2025<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Episcopal Elevations==<br />
<br />
In EarthMC, the Pope holds the unique and exclusive authority to elevate members of the clergy to the rank of bishop or cardinal within the EMC Holy Catholic Church. Through this authority, the Pope ensures that only those deemed worthy and faithful are entrusted with leading ecclesiastical territories and advising the papacy on spiritual and administrative matters within the server.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Portrait<br />
!Name<br />
!Prior Title<br />
!Elevated Title<br />
!Date<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Churchasfa.png|50px]]<br />
|Luke08Gala<br />
|Archbishop<br />
|Cardinal<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|<br />
|RandovMan<br />
|Archbishop<br />
|Cardinal<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|<br />
|Creeper_RCS<br />
|Archbishop emeritus<br />
|Titular Archbishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|<br />
|Gamingtoast_<br />
|Bishop of Victoria<br />
|Archbishop of Australia<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|5<br />
|<br />
|x_omega_<br />
|Bishop of Poland<br />
|Auxiliary Archbishop of Poland<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|<br />
|MakRouss<br />
|Priest<br />
|Titular Bishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|<br />
|Virelie<br />
|Priest<br />
|Titular Bishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|<br />
|Atti_747<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Antarctica<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|<br />
|RandomGuy<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Siberia<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|<br />
|MakRouss<br />
|Titular Bishop<br />
|Titular Archbishop<br />
|21 November 2024<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|<br />
|Nox700<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Brazil<br />
|21 November 2024<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|<br />
|Wxckedi<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Greenland<br />
|21 November 2024<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|<br />
|Michael_C<br />
|Bishop of Korea<br />
|Archbishop of Asia<br />
|5 January 2025<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|<br />
|Bp_Aleksander<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Korea<br />
|5 January 2025<br />
|-<br />
|15<br />
|<br />
|Letgamerman<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Guiana<br />
|11 January 2025<br />
|-<br />
|16<br />
|<br />
|Petar201<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Romania<br />
|11 January 2025<br />
|-<br />
|17<br />
|<br />
|Lostindimension<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Carolina<br />
|3 February 2025<br />
|-<br />
|18<br />
|<br />
|Orange_lol<br />
|Priest<br />
|Auxiliary Bishop of the Levant<br />
|2 March 2025<br />
|-<br />
|19<br />
|<br />
|Pietro<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Brazil<br />
|2 March 2025<br />
|-<br />
|20<br />
|<br />
|CorbeauNoiraud<br />
|Monsignor<br />
|Bishop of France<br />
|7 March 2025<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Roman Curia==<br />
<br />
The Roman Curia serves as the administrative body that assists the EMC Pope in governing the Holy Catholic Church on the EarthMC server. Comprising various congregations, dicasteries, and offices, the Curia plays a vital role in facilitating the Church's operations, implementing papal decrees, and providing guidance on matters of doctrine and discipline.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Name<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat of State<br />
|Cardinal Secretary of State Bernard Albani<br />
|9 October 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat of the Economy<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|9 October 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Clergy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Quarox<br />
|12 January 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for Divine Worship<br />
|VACANT<br />
|N/A<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Culture and Architecture<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|17 August 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Communication<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|9 October 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite<br />
|Patriarch TNTBlake<br />
|11 February 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Bishops<br />
|Archbishop Omega<br />
|3 March 2025 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Pontifical Guard<br />
|Colonel Arcanum_Maximum <br />
|11 December 2023 - Present<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Papal Household==<br />
<br />
The Papal Household is crucial to the Pope on EarthMC as it encompasses the personal staff and services that support the Pope in his daily functions and public engagements. This household includes officials such as the papal secretary, advisors, and attendants who help manage the logistics of the Pope's schedule, ensuring smooth operations during ceremonies, meetings, and events.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Name<br />
!Held Since<br />
|-<br />
|Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Luke08Gala<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Master of Ceremonies<br />
|Archbishop CreeperRCS<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Secretary<br />
|Bishop Makrouss<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Secretary<br />
|Bishop Virelie<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Deacon & Standard Bearer<br />
|Father Hamburger<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Gentleman & Pontifical Biographer<br />
|STVRZ<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Gentleman & Master of the Keys of the Apostolic Palace<br />
|Louis_Raphael<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Sculptor<br />
|Bishop FleischKiste144<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Photographer<br />
|Archbishop CreeperRCS<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|}<br />
<br />
=History=<br />
==Election==<br />
<br />
Perseus was elected pope on October 5th, 2024, after eleven days of sede vacante and two days of voting. This was the longest period of sede vacante in the history of the Holy Catholic Church and the first time where the scrutiny of the conclave had failed to reach the necessary votes to elect a new pope. The number of ballots cast by the cardinals has not been made public, but it believed to be well over twenty.<br />
<br />
The initial indecision of the College of Cardinals was a cause for concern, with speculation spreading about potential disunity during the week leading up to the second round of voting. However, all doubts dissipated whenever Cardinal Perseus, now Pope John Paul III, stepped out onto the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and delivered his first papal address to the faithful awaiting in St. Peter's Square. John Paul made his first appearance wearing the white papal cassock accompanied by a red velvet mozzetta. <br />
<br />
During his speech, John Paul preached the importance of continued Christian unity, denouncing recent divisions and encouraging his fellow faithful members to embrace their roles as missionaries.<br />
<br />
===Urbi et Orbi Address===<br />
<br />
The following is a transcript of Pope John Paul's Urbi et Orbi address delivered on October 5th, 2024, at 3:15 PM in Rome.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
''"After what everyone could tell was a lengthy and intense deliberation process, it seems my brothers, the cardinals, have decided and elected a bishop of Rome. Today, I would like to address you for the first time as someone who is here not to pretend, but to take your hand and together walk the path of our mission as online evangelizers and pastors. First, I would like to thank you all for being here, for your faith, and for your patience in my brother cardinals and me to make a decision. But before anything else, I would like to take a moment to thank our previous pope, our former pope, our pastor and evangelical champion, our theological expert, Pope Pius XIII. With this being said, I believe that we now face, as a community and as a Church, one single purpose, one challenge that we must overcome if we are to continue moving forward on our mission to evangelize EarthMC—and that is unity, Christian unity. It is through the unity of our Church that, together, we can realize that we must return to our pastoral mission—not as mere replicators of the real Church, but as online evangelizers. We must realize that our efforts in EarthMC are not in vain, that they are not simply acting. It’s a real challenge. It’s a real calling that we, as Christians, have to bring the Gospels to everyone. What better environment to educate than through this game and the opportunity that has been given to us? We must return to our mission as evangelizers. To do this, we must act as living examples—living examples of Christ. My fellow brothers, what we do is being seen by other players who might not be accustomed to the faith, who might not be Christian. It is our responsibility and duty to act morally right, to act in accordance with the values of the Church, to act as the Church preaches in real life. Only then will the server look at us—and they are already looking at us—and truly realize that the only way to the truth and to the light is through Him, through Our Lord. With this being said, going back to the notion that we are not here to replicate, I invite you to realize that our mission is real, our mission has purpose and meaning. What we do, people can see and tell. In that sense, I therefore ask for your real prayers, just as you have my own. I deeply thank you for being here today, for your support, for your love. I invite you today to walk with me together to get the Church back to its pastoral roots. I ask that you pray for me, for the real Church, and for our little community, so that we may touch the hearts of every player on the server, every leader and every player who needs to know that God loves him. I ask for your prayers. Once again, thank you for your time, for your effort, and for everything you have done for the Church. God bless you. We will be meeting each other soon."''<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
5 Oct. 2024<br />
</blockquote><br />
<br />
===Evening Address===<br />
<br />
On the evening following his election, Pope John Paul III released his second address to the faithful where he emphasized his message delivered on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and made clear his mission to rid the Church of all division.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
''"My dearest brothers and sisters in Christ, <br />
<br />
Profoundly humbled by the weight of the holy office now entrusted upon me, I address you not as Pontiff but as a fellow pilgrim on this journey of faith, filled with hope for our Church and entrusting our efforts to the Holy Spirit so that He may guide us in wisdom, strength, and courage. <br />
<br />
As we commence a new chapter in the history of our community, I invite each of you to renew your commitment to this journey. Let us embrace the teachings of our faith, not as a burden, but as a source of light that guides our steps. We must engage with the world, not in judgment, but in compassion, reaching out to those who feel lost, marginalized, or forgotten. Let us be the hands and feet of Christ in our communities, demonstrating the transformative power of love and service.<br />
<br />
Aware of the pressing tides of uncertainty and division we affront, which only seek to divide and demoralize the Body of Christ, I call upon Christendom to once more rise to the task and become the beacon of peace and hope EarthMC desperately needs. Let us put aside our differences then and truly believe in our ability to change the hearts of others. We live in a moment when our voices can be heard around the world. Let us use this privilege to advocate for justice, peace, and the dignity of every human life. <br />
<br />
To those who have felt alienated or distanced from the Church, I say: you are welcome here. Our doors are open, our hearts ready to embrace you. I ask for your trust, to take my hand and, together, walk down this path. Let us build a Church that reflects the love of Christ, a Church that is a beacon of hope, a sanctuary of peace, and a home for all. May we move forward with courage, joy, and a renewed spirit, ready to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with Terra Aurora.<br />
<br />
May God bless each and everyone of you."<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
5 Oct. 2024<br />
</blockquote><br />
<br />
==October Papal Audience with the Council of Bishops==<br />
<br />
On 6 October 2024, the day after his election to the papacy, Pope John Paul III held his inaugural papal audience, convening bishops from across Terra Aurora. During this audience held in the recently constructed Sala Regia in Vatican City, the Pontiff emphasized the importance of returning the Church to its evangelical and missionary roots, alongside announcing his decree on canon law reforms.<br />
<br />
The Holy Father expressed his discontent with the "factionalism" and politicization of episcopal offices within the Roman Curia, strongly condemning those who "seek high office for their benefit at the expense of the Church." After addressing the bishops and responding to their questions, the Pope concluded the audience by reiterating his desire for a Church where every member embodies the gospel.</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Pope_John_Paul_III&diff=250858Aurora:Pope John Paul III2025-03-16T16:20:15Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
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|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Church'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Holy Catholic Church<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Papacy began'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| 5 October 2024<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Predecessor'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Previous post(s)'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| <br />
Cardinal Secretary of State <br />
<br />
Cardinal Vicar<br />
<br />
Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
<br />
Titular Archbishop<br />
<br />
Bishop of Sicily<br />
<br />
Vicar General of the Dominican Order<br />
<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Orders</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Ordination'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| 12 October 2024<br />
by Pope Clement XV<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Consecration'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| 8 November 2022<br />
by Pope Clement XV<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Created cardinal'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| 16 May 2023<br />
by Pope Clement XV<br />
|}</div><br />
|}<br />
<br />
'''Pope John Paul III''', previously PerseusV, is the current leader of the [[Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church|Holy Catholic Church]]. He is the first pope to be a member of the Dominican Order and first pope to not have played on Terra Nova.<br />
<br />
Perseus was ordained as a priest in August of 2023 in Rome, Papal States. He remained in Italy for his episcopacy, where he served as Bishop of Sicily and later as an titular archbishop in Rome as the Prefecture of the Papal Household. He was created a cardinal on May 16th, 2023, by Pope Clement XV. During his time as cardinal, he served as the Cardinal Secretary of State and oversaw the governance of the Papal States. He was the project manager for the construction of the new St. Peter's Basilica on Terra Aurora.<br />
<br />
Following the historic resignation of Pope Pius XIII on September 24th, 2024, a papal conclave elected Perseus to be his successor on the 5th of October. His election came after the longest conclave in the history of the Church on EarthMC, taking two separate rounds of voting over the course of a week. He startchose the name John Paul as his papal name in honor of Pope Saint John Paul II.<br />
<br />
Pope John Paul III is widely recognized for his pastoral excellence, his impassioned speeches, and his ability to connect deeply with the faithful. Before his ascension to the papacy, he built a reputation as an advocate for community engagement, organizing numerous events that brought together Christians of all walks of life such as the coronation of the Holy Roman Emperor in May of 2024. A strong proponent of Christian unity, Pope John Paul III has consistently emphasized the importance of bridging divides within the Christian community, making it a central pillar of his young papacy. He views every initiative through the lens of advancing the Church's mission, urging his prelates to set aside all personal differences and tensions for the sake of spreading the truth of God's love to all. Whether through local gatherings in Rome, Church-wide celebrations, or administrative efforts, his leadership has so far been marked by a genuine desire to serve, inspire, and unite the people of God.<br />
<br />
=Papacy=<br />
==Decrees==<br />
<br />
Papal decrees are official rulings or directives issued by the Pope of the EMC Holy Catholic Church. These decrees serve to guide the Church's doctrine, govern its internal operations, and provide moral and spiritual leadership to its followers. They can address a wide range of issues, from theological matters to the Church's stance on political or social developments within the server, helping to shape the community in alignment with Christian principles.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Title/Description<br />
!Date Signed<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|Decree for the Adoption of the Fifth Amendment to the Holy Canonical Law<br />
|5 October 2024<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Episcopal Elevations==<br />
<br />
In EarthMC, the Pope holds the unique and exclusive authority to elevate members of the clergy to the rank of bishop or cardinal within the EMC Holy Catholic Church. Through this authority, the Pope ensures that only those deemed worthy and faithful are entrusted with leading ecclesiastical territories and advising the papacy on spiritual and administrative matters within the server.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Portrait<br />
!Name<br />
!Prior Title<br />
!Elevated Title<br />
!Date<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Churchasfa.png|50px]]<br />
|Luke08Gala<br />
|Archbishop<br />
|Cardinal<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|<br />
|RandovMan<br />
|Archbishop<br />
|Cardinal<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|<br />
|Creeper_RCS<br />
|Archbishop emeritus<br />
|Titular Archbishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|<br />
|Gamingtoast_<br />
|Bishop of Victoria<br />
|Archbishop of Australia<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|5<br />
|<br />
|x_omega_<br />
|Bishop of Poland<br />
|Auxiliary Archbishop of Poland<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|<br />
|MakRouss<br />
|Priest<br />
|Titular Bishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|<br />
|Virelie<br />
|Priest<br />
|Titular Bishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|<br />
|Atti_747<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Antarctica<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|<br />
|RandomGuy<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Siberia<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|<br />
|MakRouss<br />
|Titular Bishop<br />
|Titular Archbishop<br />
|21 November 2024<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|<br />
|Nox700<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Brazil<br />
|21 November 2024<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|<br />
|Wxckedi<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Greenland<br />
|21 November 2024<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|<br />
|Michael_C<br />
|Bishop of Korea<br />
|Archbishop of Asia<br />
|5 January 2025<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|<br />
|Bp_Aleksander<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Korea<br />
|5 January 2025<br />
|-<br />
|15<br />
|<br />
|Letgamerman<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Guiana<br />
|11 January 2025<br />
|-<br />
|16<br />
|<br />
|Petar201<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Romania<br />
|11 January 2025<br />
|-<br />
|17<br />
|<br />
|Lostindimension<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Carolina<br />
|3 February 2025<br />
|-<br />
|18<br />
|<br />
|Orange_lol<br />
|Priest<br />
|Auxiliary Bishop of the Levant<br />
|2 March 2025<br />
|-<br />
|19<br />
|<br />
|Pietro<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Brazil<br />
|2 March 2025<br />
|-<br />
|19<br />
|<br />
|CorbeauNoiraud<br />
|Monsignor<br />
|Bishop of France<br />
|7 March 2025<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Roman Curia==<br />
<br />
The Roman Curia serves as the administrative body that assists the EMC Pope in governing the Holy Catholic Church on the EarthMC server. Comprising various congregations, dicasteries, and offices, the Curia plays a vital role in facilitating the Church's operations, implementing papal decrees, and providing guidance on matters of doctrine and discipline.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Name<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat of State<br />
|Cardinal Secretary of State Bernard Albani<br />
|9 October 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat of the Economy<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|9 October 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Clergy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Quarox<br />
|12 January 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for Culture<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|17 August 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Communication<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|9 October 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite<br />
|Patriarch TNTBlake<br />
|11 February 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Bishops<br />
|Archbishop FarryHetcher<br />
|13 October 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Pontifical Guard<br />
|Colonel Arcanum_Maximum <br />
|11 December 2023 - Present<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Papal Household==<br />
<br />
The Papal Household is crucial to the Pope on EarthMC as it encompasses the personal staff and services that support the Pope in his daily functions and public engagements. This household includes officials such as the papal secretary, advisors, and attendants who help manage the logistics of the Pope's schedule, ensuring smooth operations during ceremonies, meetings, and events.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Name<br />
!Held Since<br />
|-<br />
|Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Luke08Gala<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Master of Ceremonies<br />
|Archbishop CreeperRCS<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Secretary<br />
|Bishop Makrouss<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Secretary<br />
|Bishop Virelie<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Deacon & Standard Bearer<br />
|Father Hamburger<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Gentleman & Pontifical Biographer<br />
|STVRZ<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Gentleman & Master of the Keys of the Apostolic Palace<br />
|Louis_Raphael<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Sculptor<br />
|Bishop FleischKiste144<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Photographer<br />
|Archbishop CreeperRCS<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|}<br />
<br />
=History=<br />
==Election==<br />
<br />
Perseus was elected pope on October 5th, 2024, after eleven days of sede vacante and two days of voting. This was the longest period of sede vacante in the history of the Holy Catholic Church and the first time where the scrutiny of the conclave had failed to reach the necessary votes to elect a new pope. The number of ballots cast by the cardinals has not been made public, but it believed to be well over twenty.<br />
<br />
The initial indecision of the College of Cardinals was a cause for concern, with speculation spreading about potential disunity during the week leading up to the second round of voting. However, all doubts dissipated whenever Cardinal Perseus, now Pope John Paul III, stepped out onto the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and delivered his first papal address to the faithful awaiting in St. Peter's Square. John Paul made his first appearance wearing the white papal cassock accompanied by a red velvet mozzetta. <br />
<br />
During his speech, John Paul preached the importance of continued Christian unity, denouncing recent divisions and encouraging his fellow faithful members to embrace their roles as missionaries.<br />
<br />
===Urbi et Orbi Address===<br />
<br />
The following is a transcript of Pope John Paul's Urbi et Orbi address delivered on October 5th, 2024, at 3:15 PM in Rome.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
''"After what everyone could tell was a lengthy and intense deliberation process, it seems my brothers, the cardinals, have decided and elected a bishop of Rome. Today, I would like to address you for the first time as someone who is here not to pretend, but to take your hand and together walk the path of our mission as online evangelizers and pastors. First, I would like to thank you all for being here, for your faith, and for your patience in my brother cardinals and me to make a decision. But before anything else, I would like to take a moment to thank our previous pope, our former pope, our pastor and evangelical champion, our theological expert, Pope Pius XIII. With this being said, I believe that we now face, as a community and as a Church, one single purpose, one challenge that we must overcome if we are to continue moving forward on our mission to evangelize EarthMC—and that is unity, Christian unity. It is through the unity of our Church that, together, we can realize that we must return to our pastoral mission—not as mere replicators of the real Church, but as online evangelizers. We must realize that our efforts in EarthMC are not in vain, that they are not simply acting. It’s a real challenge. It’s a real calling that we, as Christians, have to bring the Gospels to everyone. What better environment to educate than through this game and the opportunity that has been given to us? We must return to our mission as evangelizers. To do this, we must act as living examples—living examples of Christ. My fellow brothers, what we do is being seen by other players who might not be accustomed to the faith, who might not be Christian. It is our responsibility and duty to act morally right, to act in accordance with the values of the Church, to act as the Church preaches in real life. Only then will the server look at us—and they are already looking at us—and truly realize that the only way to the truth and to the light is through Him, through Our Lord. With this being said, going back to the notion that we are not here to replicate, I invite you to realize that our mission is real, our mission has purpose and meaning. What we do, people can see and tell. In that sense, I therefore ask for your real prayers, just as you have my own. I deeply thank you for being here today, for your support, for your love. I invite you today to walk with me together to get the Church back to its pastoral roots. I ask that you pray for me, for the real Church, and for our little community, so that we may touch the hearts of every player on the server, every leader and every player who needs to know that God loves him. I ask for your prayers. Once again, thank you for your time, for your effort, and for everything you have done for the Church. God bless you. We will be meeting each other soon."''<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
5 Oct. 2024<br />
</blockquote><br />
<br />
===Evening Address===<br />
<br />
On the evening following his election, Pope John Paul III released his second address to the faithful where he emphasized his message delivered on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and made clear his mission to rid the Church of all division.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
''"My dearest brothers and sisters in Christ, <br />
<br />
Profoundly humbled by the weight of the holy office now entrusted upon me, I address you not as Pontiff but as a fellow pilgrim on this journey of faith, filled with hope for our Church and entrusting our efforts to the Holy Spirit so that He may guide us in wisdom, strength, and courage. <br />
<br />
As we commence a new chapter in the history of our community, I invite each of you to renew your commitment to this journey. Let us embrace the teachings of our faith, not as a burden, but as a source of light that guides our steps. We must engage with the world, not in judgment, but in compassion, reaching out to those who feel lost, marginalized, or forgotten. Let us be the hands and feet of Christ in our communities, demonstrating the transformative power of love and service.<br />
<br />
Aware of the pressing tides of uncertainty and division we affront, which only seek to divide and demoralize the Body of Christ, I call upon Christendom to once more rise to the task and become the beacon of peace and hope EarthMC desperately needs. Let us put aside our differences then and truly believe in our ability to change the hearts of others. We live in a moment when our voices can be heard around the world. Let us use this privilege to advocate for justice, peace, and the dignity of every human life. <br />
<br />
To those who have felt alienated or distanced from the Church, I say: you are welcome here. Our doors are open, our hearts ready to embrace you. I ask for your trust, to take my hand and, together, walk down this path. Let us build a Church that reflects the love of Christ, a Church that is a beacon of hope, a sanctuary of peace, and a home for all. May we move forward with courage, joy, and a renewed spirit, ready to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with Terra Aurora.<br />
<br />
May God bless each and everyone of you."<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
5 Oct. 2024<br />
</blockquote><br />
<br />
==October Papal Audience with the Council of Bishops==<br />
<br />
On 6 October 2024, the day after his election to the papacy, Pope John Paul III held his inaugural papal audience, convening bishops from across Terra Aurora. During this audience held in the recently constructed Sala Regia in Vatican City, the Pontiff emphasized the importance of returning the Church to its evangelical and missionary roots, alongside announcing his decree on canon law reforms.<br />
<br />
The Holy Father expressed his discontent with the "factionalism" and politicization of episcopal offices within the Roman Curia, strongly condemning those who "seek high office for their benefit at the expense of the Church." After addressing the bishops and responding to their questions, the Pope concluded the audience by reiterating his desire for a Church where every member embodies the gospel.</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Pope_John_Paul_III&diff=246183Aurora:Pope John Paul III2024-10-13T18:57:32Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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<br />
Cardinal Vicar<br />
<br />
Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
<br />
Titular Archbishop<br />
<br />
Bishop of Sicily<br />
<br />
Vicar General of the Dominican Order<br />
<br />
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| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| 8 November 2022<br />
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'''Pope John Paul III''', previously PerseusV, is the current leader of the [[Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church|Holy Catholic Church]]. He is the first pope to be a member of the Dominican Order and first pope to not have played on Terra Nova.<br />
<br />
Perseus was ordained as a priest in August of 2023 in Rome, Papal States. He remained in Italy for his episcopacy, where he served as Bishop of Sicily and later as an titular archbishop in Rome as the Prefecture of the Papal Household. He was created a cardinal on May 16th, 2023, by Pope Clement XV. During his time as cardinal, he served as the Cardinal Secretary of State and oversaw the governance of the Papal States. He was the project manager for the construction of the new St. Peter's Basilica on Terra Aurora.<br />
<br />
Following the historic resignation of Pope Pius XIII on September 24th, 2024, a papal conclave elected Perseus to be his successor on the 5th of October. His election came after the longest conclave in the history of the Church on EarthMC, taking two separate rounds of voting over the course of a week. He startchose the name John Paul as his papal name in honor of Pope Saint John Paul II.<br />
<br />
Pope John Paul III is widely recognized for his pastoral excellence, his impassioned speeches, and his ability to connect deeply with the faithful. Before his ascension to the papacy, he built a reputation as an advocate for community engagement, organizing numerous events that brought together Christians of all walks of life such as the coronation of the Holy Roman Emperor in May of 2024. A strong proponent of Christian unity, Pope John Paul III has consistently emphasized the importance of bridging divides within the Christian community, making it a central pillar of his young papacy. He views every initiative through the lens of advancing the Church's mission, urging his prelates to set aside all personal differences and tensions for the sake of spreading the truth of God's love to all. Whether through local gatherings in Rome, Church-wide celebrations, or administrative efforts, his leadership has so far been marked by a genuine desire to serve, inspire, and unite the people of God.<br />
<br />
=Papacy=<br />
==Decrees==<br />
<br />
Papal decrees are official rulings or directives issued by the Pope of the EMC Holy Catholic Church. These decrees serve to guide the Church's doctrine, govern its internal operations, and provide moral and spiritual leadership to its followers. They can address a wide range of issues, from theological matters to the Church's stance on political or social developments within the server, helping to shape the community in alignment with Christian principles.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Title/Description<br />
!Date Signed<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|Decree for the Adoption of the Fifth Amendment to the Holy Canonical Law<br />
|5 October 2024<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Episcopal Elevations==<br />
<br />
In EarthMC, the Pope holds the unique and exclusive authority to elevate members of the clergy to the rank of bishop or cardinal within the EMC Holy Catholic Church. Through this authority, the Pope ensures that only those deemed worthy and faithful are entrusted with leading ecclesiastical territories and advising the papacy on spiritual and administrative matters within the server.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Portrait<br />
!Name<br />
!Prior Title<br />
!Elevated Title<br />
!Date<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Churchasfa.png|50px]]<br />
|Luke08Gala<br />
|Archbishop<br />
|Cardinal<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|<br />
|RandovMan<br />
|Archbishop<br />
|Cardinal<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|<br />
|Creeper_RCS<br />
|Archbishop emeritus<br />
|Titular Archbishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|<br />
|Gamingtoast_<br />
|Bishop of Victoria<br />
|Archbishop of Australia<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|5<br />
|<br />
|x_omega_<br />
|Bishop of Poland<br />
|Auxiliary Archbishop of Poland<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|<br />
|MakRouss<br />
|Priest<br />
|Titular Bishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|<br />
|Virelie<br />
|Priest<br />
|Titular Bishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|<br />
|Atti_747<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Antarctica<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|<br />
|RandomGuy<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Siberia<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Roman Curia==<br />
<br />
The Roman Curia serves as the administrative body that assists the EMC Pope in governing the Holy Catholic Church on the EarthMC server. Comprising various congregations, dicasteries, and offices, the Curia plays a vital role in facilitating the Church's operations, implementing papal decrees, and providing guidance on matters of doctrine and discipline.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Name<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat of State<br />
|Cardinal Secretary of State Bernard Albani<br />
|9 October 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat of the Economy<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|9 October 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Clergy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Quarox<br />
|12 January 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for Culture<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|17 August 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Communication<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|9 October 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite<br />
|Patriarch TNTBlake<br />
|11 February 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Bishops<br />
|Archbishop FarryHetcher<br />
|13 October 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Pontifical Guard<br />
|Colonel Arcanum_Maximum <br />
|11 December 2023 - Present<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Papal Household==<br />
<br />
The Papal Household is crucial to the Pope on EarthMC as it encompasses the personal staff and services that support the Pope in his daily functions and public engagements. This household includes officials such as the papal secretary, advisors, and attendants who help manage the logistics of the Pope's schedule, ensuring smooth operations during ceremonies, meetings, and events.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Name<br />
!Held Since<br />
|-<br />
|Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Luke08Gala<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Master of Ceremonies<br />
|Archbishop CreeperRCS<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Secretary<br />
|Bishop Makrouss<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Secretary<br />
|Bishop Virelie<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Deacon & Standard Bearer<br />
|Father Hamburger<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Gentleman & Pontifical Biographer<br />
|STVRZ<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Gentleman & Master of the Keys of the Apostolic Palace<br />
|Louis_Raphael<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Sculptor<br />
|Bishop FleischKiste144<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Photographer<br />
|Archbishop CreeperRCS<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|}<br />
<br />
=History=<br />
==Election==<br />
<br />
Perseus was elected pope on October 5th, 2024, after eleven days of sede vacante and two days of voting. This was the longest period of sede vacante in the history of the Holy Catholic Church and the first time where the scrutiny of the conclave had failed to reach the necessary votes to elect a new pope. The number of ballots cast by the cardinals has not been made public, but it believed to be well over twenty.<br />
<br />
The initial indecision of the College of Cardinals was a cause for concern, with speculation spreading about potential disunity during the week leading up to the second round of voting. However, all doubts dissipated whenever Cardinal Perseus, now Pope John Paul III, stepped out onto the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and delivered his first papal address to the faithful awaiting in St. Peter's Square. John Paul made his first appearance wearing the white papal cassock accompanied by a red velvet mozzetta. <br />
<br />
During his speech, John Paul preached the importance of continued Christian unity, denouncing recent divisions and encouraging his fellow faithful members to embrace their roles as missionaries.<br />
<br />
===Urbi et Orbi Address===<br />
<br />
The following is a transcript of Pope John Paul's Urbi et Orbi address delivered on October 5th, 2024, at 3:15 PM in Rome.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
''"After what everyone could tell was a lengthy and intense deliberation process, it seems my brothers, the cardinals, have decided and elected a bishop of Rome. Today, I would like to address you for the first time as someone who is here not to pretend, but to take your hand and together walk the path of our mission as online evangelizers and pastors. First, I would like to thank you all for being here, for your faith, and for your patience in my brother cardinals and me to make a decision. But before anything else, I would like to take a moment to thank our previous pope, our former pope, our pastor and evangelical champion, our theological expert, Pope Pius XIII. With this being said, I believe that we now face, as a community and as a Church, one single purpose, one challenge that we must overcome if we are to continue moving forward on our mission to evangelize EarthMC—and that is unity, Christian unity. It is through the unity of our Church that, together, we can realize that we must return to our pastoral mission—not as mere replicators of the real Church, but as online evangelizers. We must realize that our efforts in EarthMC are not in vain, that they are not simply acting. It’s a real challenge. It’s a real calling that we, as Christians, have to bring the Gospels to everyone. What better environment to educate than through this game and the opportunity that has been given to us? We must return to our mission as evangelizers. To do this, we must act as living examples—living examples of Christ. My fellow brothers, what we do is being seen by other players who might not be accustomed to the faith, who might not be Christian. It is our responsibility and duty to act morally right, to act in accordance with the values of the Church, to act as the Church preaches in real life. Only then will the server look at us—and they are already looking at us—and truly realize that the only way to the truth and to the light is through Him, through Our Lord. With this being said, going back to the notion that we are not here to replicate, I invite you to realize that our mission is real, our mission has purpose and meaning. What we do, people can see and tell. In that sense, I therefore ask for your real prayers, just as you have my own. I deeply thank you for being here today, for your support, for your love. I invite you today to walk with me together to get the Church back to its pastoral roots. I ask that you pray for me, for the real Church, and for our little community, so that we may touch the hearts of every player on the server, every leader and every player who needs to know that God loves him. I ask for your prayers. Once again, thank you for your time, for your effort, and for everything you have done for the Church. God bless you. We will be meeting each other soon."''<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
5 Oct. 2024<br />
</blockquote><br />
<br />
===Evening Address===<br />
<br />
On the evening following his election, Pope John Paul III released his second address to the faithful where he emphasized his message delivered on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and made clear his mission to rid the Church of all division.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
''"My dearest brothers and sisters in Christ, <br />
<br />
Profoundly humbled by the weight of the holy office now entrusted upon me, I address you not as Pontiff but as a fellow pilgrim on this journey of faith, filled with hope for our Church and entrusting our efforts to the Holy Spirit so that He may guide us in wisdom, strength, and courage. <br />
<br />
As we commence a new chapter in the history of our community, I invite each of you to renew your commitment to this journey. Let us embrace the teachings of our faith, not as a burden, but as a source of light that guides our steps. We must engage with the world, not in judgment, but in compassion, reaching out to those who feel lost, marginalized, or forgotten. Let us be the hands and feet of Christ in our communities, demonstrating the transformative power of love and service.<br />
<br />
Aware of the pressing tides of uncertainty and division we affront, which only seek to divide and demoralize the Body of Christ, I call upon Christendom to once more rise to the task and become the beacon of peace and hope EarthMC desperately needs. Let us put aside our differences then and truly believe in our ability to change the hearts of others. We live in a moment when our voices can be heard around the world. Let us use this privilege to advocate for justice, peace, and the dignity of every human life. <br />
<br />
To those who have felt alienated or distanced from the Church, I say: you are welcome here. Our doors are open, our hearts ready to embrace you. I ask for your trust, to take my hand and, together, walk down this path. Let us build a Church that reflects the love of Christ, a Church that is a beacon of hope, a sanctuary of peace, and a home for all. May we move forward with courage, joy, and a renewed spirit, ready to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with Terra Aurora.<br />
<br />
May God bless each and everyone of you."<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
5 Oct. 2024<br />
</blockquote><br />
<br />
==October Papal Audience with the Council of Bishops==<br />
<br />
On 6 October 2024, the day after his election to the papacy, Pope John Paul III held his inaugural papal audience, convening bishops from across Terra Aurora. During this audience held in the recently constructed Sala Regia in Vatican City, the Pontiff emphasized the importance of returning the Church to its evangelical and missionary roots, alongside announcing his decree on canon law reforms.<br />
<br />
The Holy Father expressed his discontent with the "factionalism" and politicization of episcopal offices within the Roman Curia, strongly condemning those who "seek high office for their benefit at the expense of the Church." After addressing the bishops and responding to their questions, the Pope concluded the audience by reiterating his desire for a Church where every member embodies the gospel.</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Pope_John_Paul_III&diff=246181Aurora:Pope John Paul III2024-10-13T18:52:20Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:200%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Pope John Paul III</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:150%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Bishop of Rome</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
{{!}} colspan="2" style="text-align:center;background-color:#;" {{!}}<br />
[[File:Keys.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
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|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Church'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Holy Catholic Church<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Papacy began'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| 5 October 2024<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Predecessor'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Previous post(s)'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| <br />
Cardinal Secretary of State <br />
<br />
Cardinal Vicar<br />
<br />
Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
<br />
Titular Archbishop<br />
<br />
Bishop of Sicily<br />
<br />
Vicar General of the Dominican Order<br />
<br />
|-<br />
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|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
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| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Ordination'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| 12 October 2024<br />
by Pope Clement XV<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Consecration'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| 8 November 2022<br />
by Pope Clement XV<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Created cardinal'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| 16 May 2023<br />
by Pope Clement XV<br />
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'''Pope John Paul III''', previously PerseusV, is the current leader of the [[Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church|Holy Catholic Church]]. He is the first pope to be a member of the Dominican Order and first pope to not have played on Terra Nova.<br />
<br />
Perseus was ordained as a priest in August of 2023 in Rome, Papal States. He remained in Italy for his episcopacy, where he served as Bishop of Sicily and later as an titular archbishop in Rome as the Prefecture of the Papal Household. He was created a cardinal on May 16th, 2023, by Pope Clement XV. During his time as cardinal, he served as the Cardinal Secretary of State and oversaw the governance of the Papal States. He was the project manager for the construction of the new St. Peter's Basilica on Terra Aurora.<br />
<br />
Following the historic resignation of Pope Pius XIII on September 24th, 2024, a papal conclave elected Perseus to be his successor on the 5th of October. His election came after the longest conclave in the history of the Church on EarthMC, taking two separate rounds of voting over the course of a week. He startchose the name John Paul as his papal name in honor of Pope Saint John Paul II.<br />
<br />
Pope John Paul III is widely recognized for his pastoral excellence, his impassioned speeches, and his ability to connect deeply with the faithful. Before his ascension to the papacy, he built a reputation as an advocate for community engagement, organizing numerous events that brought together Christians of all walks of life such as the coronation of the Holy Roman Emperor in May of 2024. A strong proponent of Christian unity, Pope John Paul III has consistently emphasized the importance of bridging divides within the Christian community, making it a central pillar of his young papacy. He views every initiative through the lens of advancing the Church's mission, urging his prelates to set aside all personal differences and tensions for the sake of spreading the truth of God's love to all. Whether through local gatherings in Rome, Church-wide celebrations, or administrative efforts, his leadership has so far been marked by a genuine desire to serve, inspire, and unite the people of God.<br />
<br />
=Papacy=<br />
==Decrees==<br />
<br />
Papal decrees are official rulings or directives issued by the Pope of the EMC Holy Catholic Church. These decrees serve to guide the Church's doctrine, govern its internal operations, and provide moral and spiritual leadership to its followers. They can address a wide range of issues, from theological matters to the Church's stance on political or social developments within the server, helping to shape the community in alignment with Christian principles.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Title/Description<br />
!Date Signed<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|Decree for the Adoption of the Fifth Amendment to the Holy Canonical Law<br />
|5 October 2024<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Episcopal Elevations==<br />
<br />
In EarthMC, the Pope holds the unique and exclusive authority to elevate members of the clergy to the rank of bishop or cardinal within the EMC Holy Catholic Church. Through this authority, the Pope ensures that only those deemed worthy and faithful are entrusted with leading ecclesiastical territories and advising the papacy on spiritual and administrative matters within the server.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Portrait<br />
!Name<br />
!Prior Title<br />
!Elevated Title<br />
!Date<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Churchasfa.png|50px]]<br />
|Luke08Gala<br />
|Archbishop<br />
|Cardinal<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|<br />
|RandovMan<br />
|Archbishop<br />
|Cardinal<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|<br />
|Creeper_RCS<br />
|Archbishop emeritus<br />
|Titular Archbishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|<br />
|Gamingtoast_<br />
|Bishop of Victoria<br />
|Archbishop of Australia<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|5<br />
|<br />
|x_omega_<br />
|Bishop of Poland<br />
|Auxiliary Archbishop of Poland<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|<br />
|MakRouss<br />
|Priest<br />
|Titular Bishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|<br />
|Virelie<br />
|Priest<br />
|Titular Bishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|<br />
|Atti_747<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Antarctica<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|<br />
|RandomGuy<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Siberia<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Roman Curia==<br />
<br />
The Roman Curia serves as the administrative body that assists the EMC Pope in governing the Holy Catholic Church on the EarthMC server. Comprising various congregations, dicasteries, and offices, the Curia plays a vital role in facilitating the Church's operations, implementing papal decrees, and providing guidance on matters of doctrine and discipline.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Name<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat of State<br />
|Cardinal Secretary of State Bernard Albani<br />
|9 October 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat of the Economy<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|9 October 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Clergy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Quarox<br />
|12 January 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for Culture<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|17 August 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Communication<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|9 October 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite<br />
|Patriarch TNTBlake<br />
|11 February 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Bishops<br />
|Archbishop FarryHetcher<br />
|13 October 2024 - Present<br />
|-<br />
|Pontifical Guard<br />
|Colonel Arcanum_Maximum <br />
|11 December 2023 - Present<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Papal Household==<br />
<br />
The Papal Household is crucial to the Pope on EarthMC as it encompasses the personal staff and services that support the Pope in his daily functions and public engagements. This household includes officials such as the papal secretary, advisors, and attendants who help manage the logistics of the Pope's schedule, ensuring smooth operations during ceremonies, meetings, and events.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Name<br />
!Held Since<br />
|-<br />
|Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Luke08Gala<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Master of Ceremonies<br />
|Archbishop CreeperRCS<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Secretary<br />
|Bishop Makrouss<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Secretary<br />
|Bishop Virelie<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Deacon & Standard Bearer<br />
|Father Hamburger<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Gentleman & Pontifical Biographer<br />
|STVRZ<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Gentleman & Master of the Keys of the Apostolic Palace<br />
|Louis_Raphael<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Sculptor<br />
|Bishop FleischKiste144<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Photographer<br />
|Archbishop CreeperRCS<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|}<br />
<br />
=History=<br />
==Election==<br />
<br />
Perseus was elected pope on October 5th, 2024, after eleven days of sede vacante and two days of voting. This was the longest period of sede vacante in the history of the Holy Catholic Church and the first time where the scrutiny of the conclave had failed to reach the necessary votes to elect a new pope. The number of ballots cast by the cardinals has not been made public, but it believed to be well over twenty.<br />
<br />
The initial indecision of the College of Cardinals was a cause for concern, with speculation spreading about potential disunity during the week leading up to the second round of voting. However, all doubts dissipated whenever Cardinal Perseus, now Pope John Paul III, stepped out onto the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and delivered his first papal address to the faithful awaiting in St. Peter's Square. John Paul made his first appearance wearing the white papal cassock accompanied by a red velvet mozzetta. <br />
<br />
During his speech, John Paul preached the importance of continued Christian unity, denouncing recent divisions and encouraging his fellow faithful members to embrace their roles as missionaries.<br />
<br />
===Urbi et Orbi Address===<br />
<br />
The following is a transcript of Pope John Paul's Urbi et Orbi address delivered on October 5th, 2024, at 3:15 PM in Rome.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
''"After what everyone could tell was a lengthy and intense deliberation process, it seems my brothers, the cardinals, have decided and elected a bishop of Rome. Today, I would like to address you for the first time as someone who is here not to pretend, but to take your hand and together walk the path of our mission as online evangelizers and pastors. First, I would like to thank you all for being here, for your faith, and for your patience in my brother cardinals and me to make a decision. But before anything else, I would like to take a moment to thank our previous pope, our former pope, our pastor and evangelical champion, our theological expert, Pope Pius XIII. With this being said, I believe that we now face, as a community and as a Church, one single purpose, one challenge that we must overcome if we are to continue moving forward on our mission to evangelize EarthMC—and that is unity, Christian unity. It is through the unity of our Church that, together, we can realize that we must return to our pastoral mission—not as mere replicators of the real Church, but as online evangelizers. We must realize that our efforts in EarthMC are not in vain, that they are not simply acting. It’s a real challenge. It’s a real calling that we, as Christians, have to bring the Gospels to everyone. What better environment to educate than through this game and the opportunity that has been given to us? We must return to our mission as evangelizers. To do this, we must act as living examples—living examples of Christ. My fellow brothers, what we do is being seen by other players who might not be accustomed to the faith, who might not be Christian. It is our responsibility and duty to act morally right, to act in accordance with the values of the Church, to act as the Church preaches in real life. Only then will the server look at us—and they are already looking at us—and truly realize that the only way to the truth and to the light is through Him, through Our Lord. With this being said, going back to the notion that we are not here to replicate, I invite you to realize that our mission is real, our mission has purpose and meaning. What we do, people can see and tell. In that sense, I therefore ask for your real prayers, just as you have my own. I deeply thank you for being here today, for your support, for your love. I invite you today to walk with me together to get the Church back to its pastoral roots. I ask that you pray for me, for the real Church, and for our little community, so that we may touch the hearts of every player on the server, every leader and every player who needs to know that God loves him. I ask for your prayers. Once again, thank you for your time, for your effort, and for everything you have done for the Church. God bless you. We will be meeting each other soon."''<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
5 Oct. 2024<br />
</blockquote><br />
<br />
===Evening Address===<br />
<br />
On the evening following his election, Pope John Paul III released his second address to the faithful where he emphasized his message delivered on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and made clear his mission to rid the Church of all division.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
''"My dearest brothers and sisters in Christ, <br />
<br />
Profoundly humbled by the weight of the holy office now entrusted upon me, I address you not as Pontiff but as a fellow pilgrim on this journey of faith, filled with hope for our Church and entrusting our efforts to the Holy Spirit so that He may guide us in wisdom, strength, and courage. <br />
<br />
As we commence a new chapter in the history of our community, I invite each of you to renew your commitment to this journey. Let us embrace the teachings of our faith, not as a burden, but as a source of light that guides our steps. We must engage with the world, not in judgment, but in compassion, reaching out to those who feel lost, marginalized, or forgotten. Let us be the hands and feet of Christ in our communities, demonstrating the transformative power of love and service.<br />
<br />
Aware of the pressing tides of uncertainty and division we affront, which only seek to divide and demoralize the Body of Christ, I call upon Christendom to once more rise to the task and become the beacon of peace and hope EarthMC desperately needs. Let us put aside our differences then and truly believe in our ability to change the hearts of others. We live in a moment when our voices can be heard around the world. Let us use this privilege to advocate for justice, peace, and the dignity of every human life. <br />
<br />
To those who have felt alienated or distanced from the Church, I say: you are welcome here. Our doors are open, our hearts ready to embrace you. I ask for your trust, to take my hand and, together, walk down this path. Let us build a Church that reflects the love of Christ, a Church that is a beacon of hope, a sanctuary of peace, and a home for all. May we move forward with courage, joy, and a renewed spirit, ready to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with Terra Aurora.<br />
<br />
May God bless each and everyone of you."<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
5 Oct. 2024<br />
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|-<br />
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|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
{{!}} colspan="2" style="text-align:center;background-color:#;" {{!}}<br />
[[File:Keys.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
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|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Church'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Holy Catholic Church<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Papacy began'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| 5 October 2024<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Predecessor'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Previous post(s)'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| <br />
Cardinal Secretary of State <br />
<br />
Cardinal Vicar<br />
<br />
Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
<br />
Titular Archbishop<br />
<br />
Bishop of Sicily<br />
<br />
Vicar General of the Dominican Order<br />
<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Orders</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Ordination'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| 12 October 2024<br />
by Pope Clement XV<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Consecration'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| 8 November 2022<br />
by Pope Clement XV<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Created cardinal'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| 16 May 2023<br />
by Pope Clement XV<br />
|}</div><br />
|}<br />
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'''Pope John Paul III''', previously PerseusV, is the current leader of the [[Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church|Holy Catholic Church]]. He is the first pope to be a member of the Dominican Order and first pope to not have played on Terra Nova.<br />
<br />
Perseus was ordained as a priest in August of 2023 in Rome, Papal States. He remained in Italy for his episcopacy, where he served as Bishop of Sicily and later as an titular archbishop in Rome as the Prefecture of the Papal Household. He was created a cardinal on May 16th, 2023, by Pope Clement XV. During his time as cardinal, he served as the Cardinal Secretary of State and oversaw the governance of the Papal States. He was the project manager for the construction of the new St. Peter's Basilica on Terra Aurora.<br />
<br />
Following the historic resignation of Pope Pius XIII on September 24th, 2024, a papal conclave elected Perseus to be his successor on the 5th of October. His election came after the longest conclave in the history of the Church on EarthMC, taking two separate rounds of voting over the course of a week. He startchose the name John Paul as his papal name in honor of Pope Saint John Paul II.<br />
<br />
Pope John Paul III is widely recognized for his pastoral excellence, his impassioned speeches, and his ability to connect deeply with the faithful. Before his ascension to the papacy, he built a reputation as an advocate for community engagement, organizing numerous events that brought together Christians of all walks of life such as the coronation of the Holy Roman Emperor in May of 2024. A strong proponent of Christian unity, Pope John Paul III has consistently emphasized the importance of bridging divides within the Christian community, making it a central pillar of his young papacy. He views every initiative through the lens of advancing the Church's mission, urging his prelates to set aside all personal differences and tensions for the sake of spreading the truth of God's love to all. Whether through local gatherings in Rome, Church-wide celebrations, or administrative efforts, his leadership has so far been marked by a genuine desire to serve, inspire, and unite the people of God.<br />
<br />
=Papacy=<br />
==Decrees==<br />
<br />
Papal decrees are official rulings or directives issued by the Pope of the EMC Holy Catholic Church. These decrees serve to guide the Church's doctrine, govern its internal operations, and provide moral and spiritual leadership to its followers. They can address a wide range of issues, from theological matters to the Church's stance on political or social developments within the server, helping to shape the community in alignment with Christian principles.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Title/Description<br />
!Date Signed<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|Decree for the Adoption of the Fifth Amendment to the Holy Canonical Law<br />
|5 October 2024<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Episcopal Elevations==<br />
<br />
In EarthMC, the Pope holds the unique and exclusive authority to elevate members of the clergy to the rank of bishop or cardinal within the EMC Holy Catholic Church. Through this authority, the Pope ensures that only those deemed worthy and faithful are entrusted with leading ecclesiastical territories and advising the papacy on spiritual and administrative matters within the server.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Portrait<br />
!Name<br />
!Prior Title<br />
!Elevated Title<br />
!Date<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Churchasfa.png|50px]]<br />
|Luke08Gala<br />
|Archbishop<br />
|Cardinal<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|<br />
|RandovMan<br />
|Archbishop<br />
|Cardinal<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|<br />
|Creeper_RCS<br />
|Archbishop emeritus<br />
|Titular Archbishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|<br />
|Gamingtoast_<br />
|Bishop of Victoria<br />
|Archbishop of Australia<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|5<br />
|<br />
|x_omega_<br />
|Bishop of Poland<br />
|Auxiliary Archbishop of Poland<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|<br />
|MakRouss<br />
|Priest<br />
|Titular Bishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|<br />
|Virelie<br />
|Priest<br />
|Titular Bishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|<br />
|Atti_747<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Antarctica<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|<br />
|RandomGuy<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Siberia<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|}<br />
<br />
=History=<br />
==Election==<br />
<br />
Perseus was elected pope on October 5th, 2024, after eleven days of sede vacante and two days of voting. This was the longest period of sede vacante in the history of the Holy Catholic Church and the first time where the scrutiny of the conclave had failed to reach the necessary votes to elect a new pope. The number of ballots cast by the cardinals has not been made public, but it believed to be well over twenty.<br />
<br />
The initial indecision of the College of Cardinals was a cause for concern, with speculation spreading about potential disunity during the week leading up to the second round of voting. However, all doubts dissipated whenever Cardinal Perseus, now Pope John Paul III, stepped out onto the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and delivered his first papal address to the faithful awaiting in St. Peter's Square. John Paul made his first appearance wearing the white papal cassock accompanied by a red velvet mozzetta. <br />
<br />
During his speech, John Paul preached the importance of continued Christian unity, denouncing recent divisions and encouraging his fellow faithful members to embrace their roles as missionaries.<br />
<br />
===Urbi et Orbi Address===<br />
<br />
The following is a transcript of Pope John Paul's Urbi et Orbi address delivered on October 5th, 2024, at 3:15 PM in Rome.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
''"After what everyone could tell was a lengthy and intense deliberation process, it seems my brothers, the cardinals, have decided and elected a bishop of Rome. Today, I would like to address you for the first time as someone who is here not to pretend, but to take your hand and together walk the path of our mission as online evangelizers and pastors. First, I would like to thank you all for being here, for your faith, and for your patience in my brother cardinals and me to make a decision. But before anything else, I would like to take a moment to thank our previous pope, our former pope, our pastor and evangelical champion, our theological expert, Pope Pius XIII. With this being said, I believe that we now face, as a community and as a Church, one single purpose, one challenge that we must overcome if we are to continue moving forward on our mission to evangelize EarthMC—and that is unity, Christian unity. It is through the unity of our Church that, together, we can realize that we must return to our pastoral mission—not as mere replicators of the real Church, but as online evangelizers. We must realize that our efforts in EarthMC are not in vain, that they are not simply acting. It’s a real challenge. It’s a real calling that we, as Christians, have to bring the Gospels to everyone. What better environment to educate than through this game and the opportunity that has been given to us? We must return to our mission as evangelizers. To do this, we must act as living examples—living examples of Christ. My fellow brothers, what we do is being seen by other players who might not be accustomed to the faith, who might not be Christian. It is our responsibility and duty to act morally right, to act in accordance with the values of the Church, to act as the Church preaches in real life. Only then will the server look at us—and they are already looking at us—and truly realize that the only way to the truth and to the light is through Him, through Our Lord. With this being said, going back to the notion that we are not here to replicate, I invite you to realize that our mission is real, our mission has purpose and meaning. What we do, people can see and tell. In that sense, I therefore ask for your real prayers, just as you have my own. I deeply thank you for being here today, for your support, for your love. I invite you today to walk with me together to get the Church back to its pastoral roots. I ask that you pray for me, for the real Church, and for our little community, so that we may touch the hearts of every player on the server, every leader and every player who needs to know that God loves him. I ask for your prayers. Once again, thank you for your time, for your effort, and for everything you have done for the Church. God bless you. We will be meeting each other soon."''<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
5 Oct. 2024<br />
</blockquote><br />
<br />
===Evening Address===<br />
<br />
On the evening following his election, Pope John Paul III released his second address to the faithful where he emphasized his message delivered on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and made clear his mission to rid the Church of all division.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
''"My dearest brothers and sisters in Christ, <br />
<br />
Profoundly humbled by the weight of the holy office now entrusted upon me, I address you not as Pontiff but as a fellow pilgrim on this journey of faith, filled with hope for our Church and entrusting our efforts to the Holy Spirit so that He may guide us in wisdom, strength, and courage. <br />
<br />
As we commence a new chapter in the history of our community, I invite each of you to renew your commitment to this journey. Let us embrace the teachings of our faith, not as a burden, but as a source of light that guides our steps. We must engage with the world, not in judgment, but in compassion, reaching out to those who feel lost, marginalized, or forgotten. Let us be the hands and feet of Christ in our communities, demonstrating the transformative power of love and service.<br />
<br />
Aware of the pressing tides of uncertainty and division we affront, which only seek to divide and demoralize the Body of Christ, I call upon Christendom to once more rise to the task and become the beacon of peace and hope EarthMC desperately needs. Let us put aside our differences then and truly believe in our ability to change the hearts of others. We live in a moment when our voices can be heard around the world. Let us use this privilege to advocate for justice, peace, and the dignity of every human life. <br />
<br />
To those who have felt alienated or distanced from the Church, I say: you are welcome here. Our doors are open, our hearts ready to embrace you. I ask for your trust, to take my hand and, together, walk down this path. Let us build a Church that reflects the love of Christ, a Church that is a beacon of hope, a sanctuary of peace, and a home for all. May we move forward with courage, joy, and a renewed spirit, ready to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with Terra Aurora.<br />
<br />
May God bless each and everyone of you."<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
5 Oct. 2024<br />
</blockquote></div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Pope_John_Paul_III&diff=246164Aurora:Pope John Paul III2024-10-13T16:55:20Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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<br />
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'''Pope John Paul III''', previously PerseusV, is the current leader of the [[Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church|Holy Catholic Church]]. He is the first pope to be a member of the Dominican Order and first pope to not have played on Terra Nova.<br />
<br />
Perseus was ordained as a priest in August of 2023 in Rome, Papal States. He remained in Italy for his episcopacy, where he served as Bishop of Sicily and later as an titular archbishop in Rome as the Prefecture of the Papal Household. He was created a cardinal on May 16th, 2023, by Pope Clement XV. During his time as cardinal, he served as the Cardinal Secretary of State and oversaw the governance of the Papal States. He was the project manager for the construction of the new St. Peter's Basilica on Terra Aurora.<br />
<br />
Following the historic resignation of Pope Pius XIII on September 24th, 2024, a papal conclave elected Perseus to be his successor on the 5th of October. His election came after the longest conclave in the history of the Church on EarthMC, taking two separate rounds of voting over the course of a week. He startchose the name John Paul as his papal name in honor of Pope Saint John Paul II.<br />
<br />
Pope John Paul III is widely recognized for his pastoral excellence, his impassioned speeches, and his ability to connect deeply with the faithful. Before his ascension to the papacy, he built a reputation as an advocate for community engagement, organizing numerous events that brought together Christians of all walks of life such as the coronation of the Holy Roman Emperor in May of 2024. A strong proponent of Christian unity, Pope John Paul III has consistently emphasized the importance of bridging divides within the Christian community, making it a central pillar of his young papacy. He views every initiative through the lens of advancing the Church's mission, urging his prelates to set aside all personal differences and tensions for the sake of spreading the truth of God's love to all. Whether through local gatherings in Rome, Church-wide celebrations, or administrative efforts, his leadership has so far been marked by a genuine desire to serve, inspire, and unite the people of God.<br />
<br />
=Papacy=<br />
==Decrees==<br />
<br />
Papal decrees are official rulings or directives issued by the Pope of the EMC Holy Catholic Church. These decrees serve to guide the Church's doctrine, govern its internal operations, and provide moral and spiritual leadership to its followers. They can address a wide range of issues, from theological matters to the Church's stance on political or social developments within the server, helping to shape the community in alignment with Christian principles.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Title/Description<br />
!Date Signed<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|Decree for the Adoption of the Fifth Amendment to the Holy Canonical Law<br />
|5 October 2024<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Episcopal Elevations==<br />
<br />
In EarthMC, the Pope holds the unique and exclusive authority to elevate members of the clergy to the rank of bishop or cardinal within the EMC Holy Catholic Church. Through this authority, the Pope ensures that only those deemed worthy and faithful are entrusted with leading ecclesiastical territories and advising the papacy on spiritual and administrative matters within the server.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Portrait<br />
!Name<br />
!Prior Title<br />
!Elevated Title<br />
!Date<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|<br />
|Luke08Gala<br />
|Archbishop<br />
|Cardinal<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|<br />
|RandovMan<br />
|Archbishop<br />
|Cardinal<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|<br />
|Creeper_RCS<br />
|Archbishop emeritus<br />
|Titular Archbishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|<br />
|Gamingtoast_<br />
|Bishop of Victoria<br />
|Archbishop of Australia<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|5<br />
|<br />
|x_omega_<br />
|Bishop of Poland<br />
|Auxiliary Archbishop of Poland<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|<br />
|MakRouss<br />
|Priest<br />
|Titular Bishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|<br />
|Virelie<br />
|Priest<br />
|Titular Bishop<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|<br />
|Atti_747<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Antarctica<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|<br />
|RandomGuy<br />
|Priest<br />
|Bishop of Siberia<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|}<br />
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=History=<br />
==Election==<br />
<br />
Perseus was elected pope on October 5th, 2024, after eleven days of sede vacante and two days of voting. This was the longest period of sede vacante in the history of the Holy Catholic Church and the first time where the scrutiny of the conclave had failed to reach the necessary votes to elect a new pope. The number of ballots cast by the cardinals has not been made public, but it believed to be well over twenty.<br />
<br />
The initial indecision of the College of Cardinals was a cause for concern, with speculation spreading about potential disunity during the week leading up to the second round of voting. However, all doubts dissipated whenever Cardinal Perseus, now Pope John Paul III, stepped out onto the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and delivered his first papal address to the faithful awaiting in St. Peter's Square. John Paul made his first appearance wearing the white papal cassock accompanied by a red velvet mozzetta. <br />
<br />
During his speech, John Paul preached the importance of continued Christian unity, denouncing recent divisions and encouraging his fellow faithful members to embrace their roles as missionaries.<br />
<br />
===Urbi et Orbi Address===<br />
<br />
The following is a transcript of Pope John Paul's Urbi et Orbi address delivered on October 5th, 2024, at 3:15 PM in Rome.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
''"After what everyone could tell was a lengthy and intense deliberation process, it seems my brothers, the cardinals, have decided and elected a bishop of Rome. Today, I would like to address you for the first time as someone who is here not to pretend, but to take your hand and together walk the path of our mission as online evangelizers and pastors. First, I would like to thank you all for being here, for your faith, and for your patience in my brother cardinals and me to make a decision. But before anything else, I would like to take a moment to thank our previous pope, our former pope, our pastor and evangelical champion, our theological expert, Pope Pius XIII. With this being said, I believe that we now face, as a community and as a Church, one single purpose, one challenge that we must overcome if we are to continue moving forward on our mission to evangelize EarthMC—and that is unity, Christian unity. It is through the unity of our Church that, together, we can realize that we must return to our pastoral mission—not as mere replicators of the real Church, but as online evangelizers. We must realize that our efforts in EarthMC are not in vain, that they are not simply acting. It’s a real challenge. It’s a real calling that we, as Christians, have to bring the Gospels to everyone. What better environment to educate than through this game and the opportunity that has been given to us? We must return to our mission as evangelizers. To do this, we must act as living examples—living examples of Christ. My fellow brothers, what we do is being seen by other players who might not be accustomed to the faith, who might not be Christian. It is our responsibility and duty to act morally right, to act in accordance with the values of the Church, to act as the Church preaches in real life. Only then will the server look at us—and they are already looking at us—and truly realize that the only way to the truth and to the light is through Him, through Our Lord. With this being said, going back to the notion that we are not here to replicate, I invite you to realize that our mission is real, our mission has purpose and meaning. What we do, people can see and tell. In that sense, I therefore ask for your real prayers, just as you have my own. I deeply thank you for being here today, for your support, for your love. I invite you today to walk with me together to get the Church back to its pastoral roots. I ask that you pray for me, for the real Church, and for our little community, so that we may touch the hearts of every player on the server, every leader and every player who needs to know that God loves him. I ask for your prayers. Once again, thank you for your time, for your effort, and for everything you have done for the Church. God bless you. We will be meeting each other soon."''<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
5 Oct. 2024<br />
</blockquote><br />
<br />
===Evening Address===<br />
<br />
On the evening following his election, Pope John Paul III released his second address to the faithful where he emphasized his message delivered on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and made clear his mission to rid the Church of all division.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
''"My dearest brothers and sisters in Christ, <br />
<br />
Profoundly humbled by the weight of the holy office now entrusted upon me, I address you not as Pontiff but as a fellow pilgrim on this journey of faith, filled with hope for our Church and entrusting our efforts to the Holy Spirit so that He may guide us in wisdom, strength, and courage. <br />
<br />
As we commence a new chapter in the history of our community, I invite each of you to renew your commitment to this journey. Let us embrace the teachings of our faith, not as a burden, but as a source of light that guides our steps. We must engage with the world, not in judgment, but in compassion, reaching out to those who feel lost, marginalized, or forgotten. Let us be the hands and feet of Christ in our communities, demonstrating the transformative power of love and service.<br />
<br />
Aware of the pressing tides of uncertainty and division we affront, which only seek to divide and demoralize the Body of Christ, I call upon Christendom to once more rise to the task and become the beacon of peace and hope EarthMC desperately needs. Let us put aside our differences then and truly believe in our ability to change the hearts of others. We live in a moment when our voices can be heard around the world. Let us use this privilege to advocate for justice, peace, and the dignity of every human life. <br />
<br />
To those who have felt alienated or distanced from the Church, I say: you are welcome here. Our doors are open, our hearts ready to embrace you. I ask for your trust, to take my hand and, together, walk down this path. Let us build a Church that reflects the love of Christ, a Church that is a beacon of hope, a sanctuary of peace, and a home for all. May we move forward with courage, joy, and a renewed spirit, ready to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with Terra Aurora.<br />
<br />
May God bless each and everyone of you."<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
5 Oct. 2024<br />
</blockquote></div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=User:1062183087137624064&diff=246150User:10621830871376240642024-10-13T16:29:31Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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<br />
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'''Pope John Paul III''', previously PerseusV, is the current leader of the [[Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church|Holy Catholic Church]]. He is the first pope to be a member of the Dominican Order and first pope to not have played on Terra Nova.<br />
<br />
Perseus was ordained as a priest in August of 2023 in Rome, Papal States. He remained in Italy for his episcopacy, where he served as Bishop of Sicily and later as an titular archbishop in Rome as the Prefecture of the Papal Household. He was created a cardinal on May 16th, 2023, by Pope Clement XV. During his time as cardinal, he served as the Cardinal Secretary of State and oversaw the governance of the Papal States. He was the project manager for the construction of the new St. Peter's Basilica on Terra Aurora.<br />
<br />
Following the historic resignation of Pope Pius XIII on September 24th, 2024, a papal conclave elected Perseus to be his successor on the 5th of October. His election came after the longest conclave in the history of the Church on EarthMC, taking two separate rounds of voting over the course of a week. He startchose the name John Paul as his papal name in honor of Pope Saint John Paul II.<br />
<br />
Pope John Paul III is widely recognized for his pastoral excellence, his impassioned speeches, and his ability to connect deeply with the faithful. Before his ascension to the papacy, he built a reputation as an advocate for community engagement, organizing numerous events that brought together Christians of all walks of life such as the coronation of the Holy Roman Emperor in May of 2024. A strong proponent of Christian unity, Pope John Paul III has consistently emphasized the importance of bridging divides within the Christian community, making it a central pillar of his young papacy. He views every initiative through the lens of advancing the Church's mission, urging his prelates to set aside all personal differences and tensions for the sake of spreading the truth of God's love to all. Whether through local gatherings in Rome, Church-wide celebrations, or administrative efforts, his leadership has so far been marked by a genuine desire to serve, inspire, and unite the people of God.<br />
<br />
==Election==<br />
<br />
Perseus was elected pope on October 5th, 2024, after eleven days of sede vacante and two days of voting. This was the longest period of sede vacante in the history of the Holy Catholic Church and the first time where the scrutiny of the conclave had failed to reach the necessary votes to elect a new pope. The number of ballots cast by the cardinals has not been made public, but it believed to be well over twenty.<br />
<br />
The initial indecision of the College of Cardinals was a cause for concern, with speculation spreading about potential disunity during the week leading up to the second round of voting. However, all doubts dissipated whenever Cardinal Perseus, now Pope John Paul III, stepped out onto the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and delivered his first papal address to the faithful awaiting in St. Peter's Square. John Paul made his first appearance wearing the white papal cassock accompanied by a red velvet mozzetta. <br />
<br />
During his speech, John Paul preached the importance of continued Christian unity, denouncing recent divisions and encouraging his fellow faithful members to embrace their roles as missionaries.<br />
<br />
===Urbi et Orbi Address===<br />
<br />
The following is a transcript of Pope John Paul's Urbi et Orbi address delivered on October 5th, 2024, at 3:15 PM in Rome.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
''"After what everyone could tell was a lengthy and intense deliberation process, it seems my brothers, the cardinals, have decided and elected a bishop of Rome. Today, I would like to address you for the first time as someone who is here not to pretend, but to take your hand and together walk the path of our mission as online evangelizers and pastors. First, I would like to thank you all for being here, for your faith, and for your patience in my brother cardinals and me to make a decision. But before anything else, I would like to take a moment to thank our previous pope, our former pope, our pastor and evangelical champion, our theological expert, Pope Pius XIII. With this being said, I believe that we now face, as a community and as a Church, one single purpose, one challenge that we must overcome if we are to continue moving forward on our mission to evangelize EarthMC—and that is unity, Christian unity. It is through the unity of our Church that, together, we can realize that we must return to our pastoral mission—not as mere replicators of the real Church, but as online evangelizers. We must realize that our efforts in EarthMC are not in vain, that they are not simply acting. It’s a real challenge. It’s a real calling that we, as Christians, have to bring the Gospels to everyone. What better environment to educate than through this game and the opportunity that has been given to us? We must return to our mission as evangelizers. To do this, we must act as living examples—living examples of Christ. My fellow brothers, what we do is being seen by other players who might not be accustomed to the faith, who might not be Christian. It is our responsibility and duty to act morally right, to act in accordance with the values of the Church, to act as the Church preaches in real life. Only then will the server look at us—and they are already looking at us—and truly realize that the only way to the truth and to the light is through Him, through Our Lord. With this being said, going back to the notion that we are not here to replicate, I invite you to realize that our mission is real, our mission has purpose and meaning. What we do, people can see and tell. In that sense, I therefore ask for your real prayers, just as you have my own. I deeply thank you for being here today, for your support, for your love. I invite you today to walk with me together to get the Church back to its pastoral roots. I ask that you pray for me, for the real Church, and for our little community, so that we may touch the hearts of every player on the server, every leader and every player who needs to know that God loves him. I ask for your prayers. Once again, thank you for your time, for your effort, and for everything you have done for the Church. God bless you. We will be meeting each other soon."''<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
5 Oct. 2024<br />
</blockquote></div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Pope_John_Paul_III&diff=246045Aurora:Pope John Paul III2024-10-12T02:56:18Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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'''Pope John Paul III''', previously PerseusV, is the current leader of the [[Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church|Holy Catholic Church]]. He is the first pope to be a member of the Dominican Order and first pope to not have played on Terra Nova.<br />
<br />
Perseus was ordained as a priest in August of 2023 in Rome, Papal States. He remained in Italy for his episcopacy, where he served as Bishop of Sicily and later as an titular archbishop in Rome as the Prefecture of the Papal Household. He was created a cardinal on May 16th, 2023, by Pope Clement XV. During his time as cardinal, he served as the Cardinal Secretary of State and oversaw the governance of the Papal States. He was the project manager for the construction of the new St. Peter's Basilica on Terra Aurora.<br />
<br />
Following the historic resignation of Pope Pius XIII on September 24th, 2024, a papal conclave elected Perseus to be his successor on the 5th of October. His election came after the longest conclave in the history of the Church on EarthMC, taking two separate rounds of voting over the course of a week. He startchose the name John Paul as his papal name in honor of Pope Saint John Paul II.<br />
<br />
Pope John Paul III is widely recognized for his pastoral excellence, his impassioned speeches, and his ability to connect deeply with the faithful. Before his ascension to the papacy, he built a reputation as an advocate for community engagement, organizing numerous events that brought together Christians of all walks of life such as the coronation of the Holy Roman Emperor in May of 2024. A strong proponent of Christian unity, Pope John Paul III has consistently emphasized the importance of bridging divides within the Christian community, making it a central pillar of his young papacy. He views every initiative through the lens of advancing the Church's mission, urging his prelates to set aside all personal differences and tensions for the sake of spreading the truth of God's love to all. Whether through local gatherings in Rome, Church-wide celebrations, or administrative efforts, his leadership has so far been marked by a genuine desire to serve, inspire, and unite the people of God.<br />
<br />
==Election==<br />
<br />
Perseus was elected pope on October 5th, 2024, after eleven days of sede vacante and two days of voting. This was the longest period of sede vacante in the history of the Holy Catholic Church and the first time where the scrutiny of the conclave had failed to reach the necessary votes to elect a new pope. The number of ballots cast by the cardinals has not been made public, but it believed to be well over twenty.<br />
<br />
The initial indecision of the College of Cardinals was a cause for concern, with speculation spreading about potential disunity during the week leading up to the second round of voting. However, all doubts dissipated whenever Cardinal Perseus, now Pope John Paul III, stepped out onto the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and delivered his first papal address to the faithful awaiting in St. Peter's Square. John Paul made his first appearance wearing the white papal cassock accompanied by a red velvet mozzetta. Noticeably absent though were his gold-rimmed glasses that have become a signature of his style. <br />
<br />
During his speech, John Paul preached the importance of continued Christian unity, denouncing recent divisions and encouraging his fellow faithful members to embrace their roles as missionaries.<br />
<br />
===Urbi et Orbi Address===<br />
<br />
The following is a transcript of Pope John Paul's Urbi et Orbi address delivered on October 5th, 2024, at 3:15 PM in Rome.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
''"After what everyone could tell was a lengthy and intense deliberation process, it seems my brothers, the cardinals, have decided and elected a bishop of Rome. Today, I would like to address you for the first time as someone who is here not to pretend, but to take your hand and together walk the path of our mission as online evangelizers and pastors. First, I would like to thank you all for being here, for your faith, and for your patience in my brother cardinals and me to make a decision. But before anything else, I would like to take a moment to thank our previous pope, our former pope, our pastor and evangelical champion, our theological expert, Pope Pius XIII. With this being said, I believe that we now face, as a community and as a Church, one single purpose, one challenge that we must overcome if we are to continue moving forward on our mission to evangelize EarthMC—and that is unity, Christian unity. It is through the unity of our Church that, together, we can realize that we must return to our pastoral mission—not as mere replicators of the real Church, but as online evangelizers. We must realize that our efforts in EarthMC are not in vain, that they are not simply acting. It’s a real challenge. It’s a real calling that we, as Christians, have to bring the Gospels to everyone. What better environment to educate than through this game and the opportunity that has been given to us? We must return to our mission as evangelizers. To do this, we must act as living examples—living examples of Christ. My fellow brothers, what we do is being seen by other players who might not be accustomed to the faith, who might not be Christian. It is our responsibility and duty to act morally right, to act in accordance with the values of the Church, to act as the Church preaches in real life. Only then will the server look at us—and they are already looking at us—and truly realize that the only way to the truth and to the light is through Him, through Our Lord. With this being said, going back to the notion that we are not here to replicate, I invite you to realize that our mission is real, our mission has purpose and meaning. What we do, people can see and tell. In that sense, I therefore ask for your real prayers, just as you have my own. I deeply thank you for being here today, for your support, for your love. I invite you today to walk with me together to get the Church back to its pastoral roots. I ask that you pray for me, for the real Church, and for our little community, so that we may touch the hearts of every player on the server, every leader and every player who needs to know that God loves him. I ask for your prayers. Once again, thank you for your time, for your effort, and for everything you have done for the Church. God bless you. We will be meeting each other soon."''<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
5 Oct. 2024<br />
</blockquote></div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Pope_John_Paul_III&diff=246044Aurora:Pope John Paul III2024-10-12T02:54:13Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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<br />
Cardinal Vicar<br />
<br />
Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
<br />
Titular Archbishop<br />
<br />
Bishop of Sicily<br />
<br />
Vicar General of the Dominican Order<br />
<br />
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'''Pope John Paul III''', previously PerseusV, is the current leader of the [[Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church|Holy Catholic Church]]. He is the first pope to be a member of the Dominican Order and first pope to not have played on Terra Nova.<br />
<br />
Perseus was ordained as a priest in August of 2023 in Rome, Papal States. He remained in Italy for his episcopacy, where he served as Bishop of Sicily and later as an titular archbishop in Rome as the Prefecture of the Papal Household. He was created a cardinal on May 16th, 2023, by Pope Clement XV. During his time as cardinal, he served as the Cardinal Secretary of State and oversaw the governance of the Papal States. He was the project manager for the construction of the new St. Peter's Basilica on Terra Aurora.<br />
<br />
Following the historic resignation of Pope Pius XIII on September 24th, 2024, a papal conclave elected Perseus to be his successor on the 5th of October. His election came after the longest conclave in the history of the Church on EarthMC, taking two separate rounds of voting over the course of a week. He startchose the name John Paul as his papal name in honor of Pope Saint John Paul II.<br />
<br />
Pope John Paul III is widely recognized for his pastoral excellence, his impassioned speeches, and his ability to connect deeply with the faithful. Before his ascension to the papacy, he built a reputation as an advocate for community engagement, organizing numerous events that brought together Christians of all walks of life such as the coronation of the Holy Roman Emperor in May of 2024. A strong proponent of Christian unity, Pope John Paul III has consistently emphasized the importance of bridging divides within the Christian community, making it a central pillar of his young papacy. He views every initiative through the lens of advancing the Church's mission, urging his prelates to set aside all personal differences and tensions for the sake of spreading the truth of God's love to all. Whether through local gatherings in Rome, Church-wide celebrations, or administrative efforts, his leadership has so far been marked by a genuine desire to serve, inspire, and unite the people of God.<br />
<br />
==Election==<br />
<br />
Perseus was elected pope on October 5th, 2024, after eleven days of sede vacante and two days of voting. This was the longest period of sede vacante in the history of the Holy Catholic Church and the first time where the scrutiny of the conclave had failed to reach the necessary votes to elect a new pope. The number of ballots cast by the cardinals has not been made public, but it believed to be well over twenty.<br />
<br />
The initial indecision of the College of Cardinals was a cause for concern, with speculation spreading about potential disunity during the week leading up to the second round of voting. However, all doubts dissipated whenever Cardinal Perseus, now Pope John Paul III, stepped out onto the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and delivered his first papal address to the faithful awaiting in St. Peter's Square. John Paul made his first appearance wearing the white papal cassock accompanied by a red velvet mozzetta. Noticeably absent though were his gold-rimmed glasses that have become a signature of his style. <br />
<br />
During his speech, John Paul preached the importance of continued Christian unity, denouncing recent divisions and encouraging his fellow faithful members to embrace their roles as missionaries.<br />
<br />
===Urbi et Orbi Address===<br />
<br />
The following is a transcript of Pope John Paul's Urbi et Orbi address delivered on October 5th, 2024, at 3:15 PM in Rome.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
''"After what everyone could tell was a lengthy and intense deliberation process, it seems my brothers, the cardinals, have decided and elected a bishop of Rome. Today, I would like to address you for the first time as someone who is here not to pretend, but to take your hand and together walk the path of our mission as online evangelizers and pastors. First, I would like to thank you all for being here, for your faith, and for your patience in my brother cardinals and me to make a decision. But before anything else, I would like to take a moment to thank our previous pope, our former pope, our pastor and evangelical champion, our theological expert, Pope Pius XIII. With this being said, I believe that we now face, as a community and as a Church, one single purpose, one challenge that we must overcome if we are to continue moving forward on our mission to evangelize EarthMC—and that is unity, Christian unity. It is through the unity of our Church that, together, we can realize that we must return to our pastoral mission—not as mere replicators of the real Church, but as online evangelizers. We must realize that our efforts in EarthMC are not in vain, that they are not simply acting. It’s a real challenge. It’s a real calling that we, as Christians, have to bring the Gospels to everyone. What better environment to educate than through this game and the opportunity that has been given to us? We must return to our mission as evangelizers. To do this, we must act as living examples—living examples of Christ. My fellow brothers, what we do is being seen by other players who might not be accustomed to the faith, who might not be Christian. It is our responsibility and duty to act morally right, to act in accordance with the values of the Church, to act as the Church preaches in real life. Only then will the server look at us—and they are already looking at us—and truly realize that the only way to the truth and to the light is through Him, through Our Lord. With this being said, going back to the notion that we are not here to replicate, I invite you to realize that our mission is real, our mission has purpose and meaning. What we do, people can see and tell. In that sense, I therefore ask for your real prayers, just as you have my own. I deeply thank you for being here today, for your support, for your love. I invite you today to walk with me together to get the Church back to its pastoral roots. I ask that you pray for me, for the real Church, and for our little community, so that we may touch the hearts of every player on the server, every leader and every player who needs to know that God loves him. I ask for your prayers. Once again, thank you for your time, for your effort, and for everything you have done for the Church. God bless you. We will be meeting each other soon."''<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
5 Oct. 2024<br />
</blockquote><br />
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<br />
Cardinal Vicar<br />
<br />
Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
<br />
Titular Archbishop<br />
<br />
Bishop of Sicily<br />
<br />
Vicar General of the Dominican Order<br />
<br />
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by Pope Clement XV<br />
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'''Pope John Paul III''', previously PerseusV, is the current leader of the [[Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church|Holy Catholic Church]]. He is the first pope to be a member of the Dominican Order and first pope to not have played on Terra Nova.<br />
<br />
Perseus was ordained as a priest in August of 2023 in Rome, Papal States. He remained in Italy for his episcopacy, where he served as Bishop of Sicily and later as an titular archbishop in Rome as the Prefecture of the Papal Household. He was created a cardinal on May 16th, 2023, by Pope Clement XV. During his time as cardinal, he served as the Cardinal Secretary of State and oversaw the governance of the Papal States. He was the project manager for the construction of the new St. Peter's Basilica on Terra Aurora.<br />
<br />
Following the historic resignation of Pope Pius XIII on September 24th, 2024, a papal conclave elected Perseus to be his successor on the 5th of October. His election came after the longest conclave in the history of the Church on EarthMC, taking two separate rounds of voting over the course of a week. He startchose the name John Paul as his papal name in honor of Pope Saint John Paul II.<br />
<br />
Pope John Paul III is widely recognized for his pastoral excellence, his impassioned speeches, and his ability to connect deeply with the faithful. Before his ascension to the papacy, he built a reputation as an advocate for community engagement, organizing numerous events that brought together Christians of all walks of life such as the coronation of the Holy Roman Emperor in May of 2024. A strong proponent of Christian unity, Pope John Paul III has consistently emphasized the importance of bridging divides within the Christian community, making it a central pillar of his young papacy. He views every initiative through the lens of advancing the Church's mission, urging his prelates to set aside all personal differences and tensions for the sake of spreading the truth of God's love to all. Whether through local gatherings in Rome, Church-wide celebrations, or administrative efforts, his leadership has so far been marked by a genuine desire to serve, inspire, and unite the people of God.<br />
<br />
==Election==<br />
<br />
Perseus was elected pope on October 5th, 2024, after eleven days of sede vacante and two days of voting. This was the longest period of sede vacante in the history of the Holy Catholic Church and the first time where the scrutiny of the conclave had failed to reach the necessary votes to elect a new pope. The number of ballots cast by the cardinals has not been made public, but it believed to be well over twenty.<br />
<br />
The initial indecision of the College of Cardinals was a cause for concern, with speculation spreading about potential disunity during the week leading up to the second round of voting. However, all doubts dissipated whenever Cardinal Perseus, now Pope John Paul III, stepped out onto the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and delivered his first papal address to the faithful awaiting in St. Peter's Square. John Paul made his first appearance wearing the white papal cassock accompanied by a red velvet mozzetta. Noticeably absent though were his gold-rimmed glasses that have become a signature of his style. <br />
<br />
During his speech, John Paul preached the importance of continued Christian unity, denouncing recent divisions and encouraging his fellow faithful members to embrace their roles as missionaries.<br />
<br />
===Urbi et Orbi Address===<br />
<br />
The following is a transcript of Pope John Paul's Urbi et Orbi address delivered on October 5th, 2024, at 3:15 PM in Rome.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
''"After what everyone could tell was a lengthy and intense deliberation process, it seems my brothers, the cardinals, have decided and elected a bishop of Rome. Today, I would like to address you for the first time as someone who is here not to pretend, but to take your hand and together walk the path of our mission as online evangelizers and pastors. First, I would like to thank you all for being here, for your faith, and for your patience in my brother cardinals and me to make a decision. But before anything else, I would like to take a moment to thank our previous pope, our former pope, our pastor and evangelical champion, our theological expert, Pope Pius XIII. With this being said, I believe that we now face, as a community and as a Church, one single purpose, one challenge that we must overcome if we are to continue moving forward on our mission to evangelize EarthMC—and that is unity, Christian unity. It is through the unity of our Church that, together, we can realize that we must return to our pastoral mission—not as mere replicators of the real Church, but as online evangelizers. We must realize that our efforts in EarthMC are not in vain, that they are not simply acting. It’s a real challenge. It’s a real calling that we, as Christians, have to bring the Gospels to everyone. What better environment to educate than through this game and the opportunity that has been given to us? We must return to our mission as evangelizers. To do this, we must act as living examples—living examples of Christ. My fellow brothers, what we do is being seen by other players who might not be accustomed to the faith, who might not be Christian. It is our responsibility and duty to act morally right, to act in accordance with the values of the Church, to act as the Church preaches in real life. Only then will the server look at us—and they are already looking at us—and truly realize that the only way to the truth and to the light is through Him, through Our Lord. With this being said, going back to the notion that we are not here to replicate, I invite you to realize that our mission is real, our mission has purpose and meaning. What we do, people can see and tell. In that sense, I therefore ask for your real prayers, just as you have my own. I deeply thank you for being here today, for your support, for your love. I invite you today to walk with me together to get the Church back to its pastoral roots. I ask that you pray for me, for the real Church, and for our little community, so that we may touch the hearts of every player on the server, every leader and every player who needs to know that God loves him. I ask for your prayers. Once again, thank you for your time, for your effort, and for everything you have done for the Church. God bless you. We will be meeting each other soon."''<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
5 Oct. 2024<br />
</blockquote><br />
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<br />
Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
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<br />
Bishop of Sicily<br />
<br />
Vicar General of the Dominican Order<br />
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'''Pope John Paul III''', previously PerseusV, is the current leader of the [[Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church|Holy Catholic Church]]. He is the first pope to be a member of the Dominican Order and first pope to not have played on Terra Nova.<br />
<br />
Perseus was ordained as a priest in August of 2023 in Rome, Papal States. He remained in Italy for his episcopacy, where he served as Bishop of Sicily and later as an titular archbishop in Rome as the Prefecture of the Papal Household. He was created a cardinal on May 16th, 2023, by Pope Clement XV. During his time as cardinal, he served as the Cardinal Secretary of State and oversaw the governance of the Papal States. He was the project manager for the construction of the new St. Peter's Basilica on Terra Aurora.<br />
<br />
Following the historic resignation of Pope Pius XIII on September 24th, 2024, a papal conclave elected Perseus to be his successor on the 5th of October. His election came after the longest conclave in the history of the Church on EarthMC, taking two separate rounds of voting over the course of a week. He startchose the name John Paul as his papal name in honor of Pope Saint John Paul II.<br />
<br />
Pope John Paul III is widely recognized for his pastoral excellence, his impassioned speeches, and his ability to connect deeply with the faithful. Before his ascension to the papacy, he built a reputation as an advocate for community engagement, organizing numerous events that brought together Christians of all walks of life such as the coronation of the Holy Roman Emperor in May of 2024. A strong proponent of Christian unity, Pope John Paul III has consistently emphasized the importance of bridging divides within the Christian community, making it a central pillar of his young papacy. He views every initiative through the lens of advancing the Church's mission, urging his prelates to set aside all personal differences and tensions for the sake of spreading the truth of God's love to all. Whether through local gatherings in Rome, Church-wide celebrations, or administrative efforts, his leadership has so far been marked by a genuine desire to serve, inspire, and unite the people of God.<br />
<br />
==Election==<br />
<br />
Perseus was elected pope on October 5th, 2024, after eleven days of sede vacante and two days of voting. This was the longest period of sede vacante in the history of the Holy Catholic Church and the first time where the scrutiny of the conclave had failed to reach the necessary votes to elect a new pope. The number of ballots cast by the cardinals has not been made public, but it believed to be well over twenty.<br />
<br />
The initial indecision of the College of Cardinals was a cause for concern, with speculation spreading about potential disunity during the week leading up to the second round of voting. However, all doubts dissipated whenever Cardinal Perseus, now Pope John Paul III, stepped out onto the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and delivered his first papal address to the faithful awaiting in St. Peter's Square. John Paul made his first appearance wearing the white papal cassock accompanied by a red velvet mozzetta. Noticeably absent though were his gold-rimmed glasses that have become a signature of his style. <br />
<br />
During his speech, John Paul preached the importance of continued Christian unity, denouncing recent divisions and encouraging his fellow faithful members to embrace their roles as missionaries.<br />
<br />
===Urbi et Orbi Address===<br />
<br />
The following is a transcript of Pope John Paul's Urbi et Orbi address delivered on October 5th, 2024, at 3:15 PM in Rome.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
''"After what everyone could tell was a lengthy and intense deliberation process, it seems my brothers, the cardinals, have decided and elected a bishop of Rome. Today, I would like to address you for the first time as someone who is here not to pretend, but to take your hand and together walk the path of our mission as online evangelizers and pastors. First, I would like to thank you all for being here, for your faith, and for your patience in my brother cardinals and me to make a decision. But before anything else, I would like to take a moment to thank our previous pope, our former pope, our pastor and evangelical champion, our theological expert, Pope Pius XIII. With this being said, I believe that we now face, as a community and as a Church, one single purpose, one challenge that we must overcome if we are to continue moving forward on our mission to evangelize EarthMC—and that is unity, Christian unity. It is through the unity of our Church that, together, we can realize that we must return to our pastoral mission—not as mere replicators of the real Church, but as online evangelizers. We must realize that our efforts in EarthMC are not in vain, that they are not simply acting. It’s a real challenge. It’s a real calling that we, as Christians, have to bring the Gospels to everyone. What better environment to educate than through this game and the opportunity that has been given to us? We must return to our mission as evangelizers. To do this, we must act as living examples—living examples of Christ. My fellow brothers, what we do is being seen by other players who might not be accustomed to the faith, who might not be Christian. It is our responsibility and duty to act morally right, to act in accordance with the values of the Church, to act as the Church preaches in real life. Only then will the server look at us—and they are already looking at us—and truly realize that the only way to the truth and to the light is through Him, through Our Lord. With this being said, going back to the notion that we are not here to replicate, I invite you to realize that our mission is real, our mission has purpose and meaning. What we do, people can see and tell. In that sense, I therefore ask for your real prayers, just as you have my own. I deeply thank you for being here today, for your support, for your love. I invite you today to walk with me together to get the Church back to its pastoral roots. I ask that you pray for me, for the real Church, and for our little community, so that we may touch the hearts of every player on the server, every leader and every player who needs to know that God loves him. I ask for your prayers. Once again, thank you for your time, for your effort, and for everything you have done for the Church. God bless you. We will be meeting each other soon."''<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
5 Oct. 2024<br />
</blockquote><br />
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<br />
Cardinal Vicar<br />
<br />
Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
<br />
Titular Archbishop<br />
<br />
Bishop of Sicily<br />
<br />
Vicar General of the Dominican Order<br />
<br />
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'''Pope John Paul III''', previously PerseusV, is the current leader of the [[Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church|Holy Catholic Church]]. He is the first pope to be a member of the Dominican Order and first pope to not have played on Terra Nova.<br />
<br />
Perseus was ordained as a priest in August of 2023 in Rome, Papal States. He remained in Italy for his episcopacy, where he served as Bishop of Sicily and later as an titular archbishop in Rome as the Prefecture of the Papal Household. He was created a cardinal on May 16th, 2023, by Pope Clement XV. During his time as cardinal, he served as the Cardinal Secretary of State and oversaw the governance of the Papal States. He was the project manager for the construction of the new St. Peter's Basilica on Terra Aurora.<br />
<br />
Following the historic resignation of Pope Pius XIII on September 24th, 2024, a papal conclave elected Perseus to be his successor on the 5th of October. His election came after the longest conclave in the history of the Church on EarthMC, taking two separate rounds of voting over the course of a week. He startchose the name John Paul as his papal name in honor of Pope Saint John Paul II.<br />
<br />
Pope John Paul III is widely recognized for his pastoral excellence, his impassioned speeches, and his ability to connect deeply with the faithful. Before his ascension to the papacy, he built a reputation as an advocate for community engagement, organizing numerous events that brought together Christians of all walks of life such as the coronation of the Holy Roman Emperor in May of 2024. A strong proponent of Christian unity, Pope John Paul III has consistently emphasized the importance of bridging divides within the Christian community, making it a central pillar of his young papacy. He views every initiative through the lens of advancing the Church's mission, urging his prelates to set aside all personal differences and tensions for the sake of spreading the truth of God's love to all. Whether through local gatherings in Rome, Church-wide celebrations, or administrative efforts, his leadership has so far been marked by a genuine desire to serve, inspire, and unite the people of God.<br />
<br />
==Election==<br />
<br />
Perseus was elected pope on October 5th, 2024, after eleven days of sede vacante and two days of voting. This was the longest period of sede vacante in the history of the Holy Catholic Church and the first time where the scrutiny of the conclave had failed to reach the necessary votes to elect a new pope. The number of ballots cast by the cardinals has not been made public, but it believed to be well over twenty.<br />
<br />
The initial indecision of the College of Cardinals was a cause for concern, with speculation spreading about potential disunity during the week leading up to the second round of voting. However, all doubts dissipated whenever Cardinal Perseus, now Pope John Paul III, stepped out onto the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and delivered his first papal address to the faithful awaiting in St. Peter's Square. John Paul made his first appearance wearing the white papal cassock accompanied by a red velvet mozzetta. Noticeably absent though were his gold-rimmed glasses that have become a signature of his style. <br />
<br />
During his speech, John Paul preached the importance of continued Christian unity, denouncing recent divisions and encouraging his fellow faithful members to embrace their roles as missionaries.<br />
<br />
===Urbi et Orbi Address===<br />
<br />
The following is a transcript of Pope John Paul's Urbi et Orbi address delivered on October 5th, 2024, at 3:15 PM in Rome.<br />
<br />
<blockquote><br />
''"After what everyone could tell was a lengthy and intense deliberation process, it seems my brothers, the cardinals, have decided and elected a bishop of Rome. Today, I would like to address you for the first time as someone who is here not to pretend, but to take your hand and together walk the path of our mission as online evangelizers and pastors. First, I would like to thank you all for being here, for your faith, and for your patience in my brother cardinals and me to make a decision. But before anything else, I would like to take a moment to thank our previous pope, our former pope, our pastor and evangelical champion, our theological expert, Pope Pius XIII. With this being said, I believe that we now face, as a community and as a Church, one single purpose, one challenge that we must overcome if we are to continue moving forward on our mission to evangelize EarthMC—and that is unity, Christian unity. It is through the unity of our Church that, together, we can realize that we must return to our pastoral mission—not as mere replicators of the real Church, but as online evangelizers. We must realize that our efforts in EarthMC are not in vain, that they are not simply acting. It’s a real challenge. It’s a real calling that we, as Christians, have to bring the Gospels to everyone. What better environment to educate than through this game and the opportunity that has been given to us? We must return to our mission as evangelizers. To do this, we must act as living examples—living examples of Christ. My fellow brothers, what we do is being seen by other players who might not be accustomed to the faith, who might not be Christian. It is our responsibility and duty to act morally right, to act in accordance with the values of the Church, to act as the Church preaches in real life. Only then will the server look at us—and they are already looking at us—and truly realize that the only way to the truth and to the light is through Him, through Our Lord. With this being said, going back to the notion that we are not here to replicate, I invite you to realize that our mission is real, our mission has purpose and meaning. What we do, people can see and tell. In that sense, I therefore ask for your real prayers, just as you have my own. I deeply thank you for being here today, for your support, for your love. I invite you today to walk with me together to get the Church back to its pastoral roots. I ask that you pray for me, for the real Church, and for our little community, so that we may touch the hearts of every player on the server, every leader and every player who needs to know that God loves him. I ask for your prayers. Once again, thank you for your time, for your effort, and for everything you have done for the Church. God bless you. We will be meeting each other soon."''<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
5 Oct. 2024<br />
</blockquote><br />
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Cardinal Vicar<br />
<br />
Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
<br />
Titular Archbishop<br />
<br />
Bishop of Sicily<br />
<br />
Vicar General of the Dominican Order<br />
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by Pope Clement XV<br />
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| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| 8 November 2022<br />
by Pope Clement XV<br />
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by Pope Clement XV<br />
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'''Pope John Paul III''', previously PerseusV, is the current leader of the [[Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church|Holy Catholic Church]]. He is the first pope to be a member of the Dominican Order and first pope to not have played on Terra Nova.<br />
<br />
Perseus was ordained as a priest in August of 2023 in Rome, Papal States. He remained in Italy for his episcopacy, where he served as Bishop of Sicily and later as an titular archbishop in Rome as the Prefecture of the Papal Household. He was created a cardinal on May 16th, 2023, by Pope Clement XV. During his time as cardinal, he served as the Cardinal Secretary of State and oversaw the governance of the Papal States. He was the project manager for the construction of the new St. Peter's Basilica on Terra Aurora.<br />
<br />
Following the historic resignation of Pope Pius XIII on September 24th, 2024, a papal conclave elected Perseus to be his successor on the 5th of October. His election came after the longest conclave in the history of the Church on EarthMC, taking two separate rounds of voting over the course of a week. He startchose the name John Paul as his papal name in honor of Pope Saint John Paul II.<br />
<br />
Pope John Paul III is widely recognized for his pastoral excellence, his impassioned speeches, and his ability to connect deeply with the faithful. Before his ascension to the papacy, he built a reputation as an advocate for community engagement, organizing numerous events that brought together Christians of all walks of life such as the coronation of the Holy Roman Emperor in May of 2024. A strong proponent of Christian unity, Pope John Paul III has consistently emphasized the importance of bridging divides within the Christian community, making it a central pillar of his young papacy. He views every initiative through the lens of advancing the Church's mission, urging his prelates to set aside all personal differences and tensions for the sake of spreading the truth of God's love to all. Whether through local gatherings in Rome, Church-wide celebrations, or administrative efforts, his leadership has so far been marked by a genuine desire to serve, inspire, and unite the people of God.<br />
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==Election==<br />
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Perseus was elected pope on October 5th, 2024, after eleven days of sede vacante and two days of voting. This was the longest period of sede vacante in the history of the Holy Catholic Church and the first time where the scrutiny of the conclave had failed to reach the necessary votes to elect a new pope. The number of ballots cast by the cardinals has not been made public, but it believed to be well over twenty.<br />
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The initial indecision of the College of Cardinals was a cause for concern, with speculation spreading about potential disunity during the week leading up to the second round of voting. However, all doubts dissipated whenever Cardinal Perseus, now Pope John Paul III, stepped out onto the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica and delivered his first papal address to the faithful awaiting in St. Peter's Square. John Paul made his first appearance wearing the white papal cassock accompanied by a red velvet mozzetta. Noticeably absent though were his gold-rimmed glasses that have become a signature of his style. <br />
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During his speech, John Paul preached the importance of continued Christian unity, denouncing recent divisions and encouraging his fellow faithful members to embrace their roles as missionaries.<br />
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===Urbi et Orbi Address===<br />
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The following is a transcript of Pope John Paul's Urbi et Orbi address delivered on October 5th, 2024, at 3:15 PM in Rome.<br />
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<blockquote><br />
''"After what everyone could tell was a lengthy and intense deliberation process, it seems my brothers, the cardinals, have decided and elected a bishop of Rome. Today, I would like to address you for the first time as someone who is here not to pretend, but to take your hand and together walk the path of our mission as online evangelizers and pastors. First, I would like to thank you all for being here, for your faith, and for your patience in my brother cardinals and me to make a decision. But before anything else, I would like to take a moment to thank our previous pope, our former pope, our pastor and evangelical champion, our theological expert, Pope Pius XIII. With this being said, I believe that we now face, as a community and as a Church, one single purpose, one challenge that we must overcome if we are to continue moving forward on our mission to evangelize EarthMC—and that is unity, Christian unity. It is through the unity of our Church that, together, we can realize that we must return to our pastoral mission—not as mere replicators of the real Church, but as online evangelizers. We must realize that our efforts in EarthMC are not in vain, that they are not simply acting. It’s a real challenge. It’s a real calling that we, as Christians, have to bring the Gospels to everyone. What better environment to educate than through this game and the opportunity that has been given to us? We must return to our mission as evangelizers. To do this, we must act as living examples—living examples of Christ. My fellow brothers, what we do is being seen by other players who might not be accustomed to the faith, who might not be Christian. It is our responsibility and duty to act morally right, to act in accordance with the values of the Church, to act as the Church preaches in real life. Only then will the server look at us—and they are already looking at us—and truly realize that the only way to the truth and to the light is through Him, through Our Lord. With this being said, going back to the notion that we are not here to replicate, I invite you to realize that our mission is real, our mission has purpose and meaning. What we do, people can see and tell. In that sense, I therefore ask for your real prayers, just as you have my own. I deeply thank you for being here today, for your support, for your love. I invite you today to walk with me together to get the Church back to its pastoral roots. I ask that you pray for me, for the real Church, and for our little community, so that we may touch the hearts of every player on the server, every leader and every player who needs to know that God loves him. I ask for your prayers. Once again, thank you for your time, for your effort, and for everything you have done for the Church. God bless you. We will be meeting each other soon."''<br />
<br />
- Pope John Paul III<br />
<br />
5 Oct. 2024<br />
</blockquote><br />
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<br />
Cardinal Vicar<br />
<br />
Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
<br />
Titular Archbishop<br />
<br />
Bishop of Sicily<br />
<br />
Vicar General of the Dominican Order<br />
<br />
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| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Ordination'''<br />
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by Pope Clement XV<br />
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'''Pope John Paul III''', previously PerseusV, is the current leader of the [[Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church|Holy Catholic Church]]. He is the first pope to be a member of the Dominican Order and first pope to not have played on Terra Nova.<br />
<br />
Perseus was ordained as a priest in August of 2023 in Rome, Papal States. He remained in Italy for his episcopacy, where he served as Bishop of Sicily and later as an titular archbishop in Rome as the Prefecture of the Papal Household. He was created a cardinal on May 16th, 2023, by Pope Clement XV. During his time as cardinal, he served as the Cardinal Secretary of State and oversaw the governance of the Papal States. He was the project manager for the construction of the new St. Peter's Basilica on Terra Aurora.<br />
<br />
Following the historic resignation of Pope Pius XIII on September 24th, 2024, a papal conclave elected Perseus to be his successor on the 5th of October. His election came after the longest conclave in the history of the Church on EarthMC, taking two separate rounds of voting over the course of a week. He startchose the name John Paul as his papal name in honor of Pope Saint John Paul II.<br />
<br />
Pope John Paul III is widely recognized for his pastoral excellence, his impassioned speeches, and his ability to connect deeply with the faithful. Before his ascension to the papacy, he built a reputation as an advocate for community engagement, organizing numerous events that brought together Christians of all walks of life such as the coronation of the Holy Roman Emperor in May of 2024. A strong proponent of Christian unity, Pope John Paul III has consistently emphasized the importance of bridging divides within the Christian community, making it a central pillar of his young papacy. He views every initiative through the lens of advancing the Church's mission, urging his prelates to set aside all personal differences and tensions for the sake of spreading the truth of God's love to all. Whether through local gatherings in Rome, Church-wide celebrations, or administrative efforts, his leadership has so far been marked by a genuine desire to serve, inspire, and unite the people of God.</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Pope_John_Paul_III&diff=246030Aurora:Pope John Paul III2024-10-11T23:47:32Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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Cardinal Secretary of State <br />
<br />
Cardinal Vicar<br />
<br />
Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
<br />
Titular Archbishop<br />
<br />
Bishop of Sicily<br />
<br />
Vicar General of the Dominican Order<br />
<br />
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| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Ordination'''<br />
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by Pope Clement XV<br />
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'''Pope John Paul III''', previously PerseusV, is the current leader of the [[Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church|Holy Catholic Church]]. He is the first pope to be a member of the Dominican Order and first pope to not have played on Terra Nova.<br />
<br />
Perseus was ordained as a priest in August of 2023 in Rome, Papal States. He remained in Italy for his episcopacy, where he served as Bishop of Sicily and later as an titular archbishop in Rome as the Prefecture of the Papal Household. He was created a cardinal on May 16th, 2023, by Pope Clement XV.<br />
<br />
Following the historic resignation of Pope Pius XIII on September 24th, 2024, a papal conclave elected Perseus to be his successor on the 5th of October. His election came after the longest conclave in the history of the Church on EarthMC, taking two separate rounds of voting over the course of a week. He startchose the name John Paul as his papal name in honor of Pope Saint John Paul II.<br />
<br />
Pope John Paul III is widely recognized for his pastoral excellence, his impassioned speeches, and his ability to connect deeply with the faithful. Before his ascension to the papacy, he built a reputation as an advocate for community engagement, organizing numerous events that brought together Christians of all walks of life such as the coronation of the Holy Roman Emperor in May of 2024. A strong proponent of Christian unity, Pope John Paul III has consistently emphasized the importance of bridging divides within the Christian community, making it a central pillar of his young papacy. He views every initiative through the lens of advancing the Church's mission, urging his prelates to set aside all personal differences and tensions for the sake of spreading the truth of God's love to all. Whether through local gatherings in Rome, Church-wide celebrations, or administrative efforts, his leadership has so far been marked by a genuine desire to serve, inspire, and unite the people of God.</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Pope_John_Paul_III&diff=246029Aurora:Pope John Paul III2024-10-11T23:46:36Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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Bishop of Sicily<br />
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'''Pope John Paul III''', previously PerseusV, is the current leader of the [[Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church|Holy Catholic Church]]. He is the first pope to be a member of the Dominican Order and first pope to not have played on Terra Nova.<br />
<br />
Perseus was ordained as a priest in August of 2023 in Rome, Papal States. He remained in Italy for his episcopacy, where he served as Bishop of Sicily and later as an titular archbishop in Rome as the Prefecture of the Papal Household. He was created a cardinal on May 16th, 2023, by Pope Clement XV.<br />
<br />
Following the historic resignation of Pope Pius XIII on September 24th, 2024, a papal conclave elected Perseus to be his successor on the 5th of October. His election came after the longest conclave in the history of the Church on EarthMC, taking two separate rounds of voting over the course of a week. He startchose the name John Paul as his papal name in honor of Pope Saint John Paul II.<br />
<br />
Pope John Paul III is widely recognized for his pastoral excellence, his impassioned speeches, and his ability to connect deeply with the faithful. Before his ascension to the papacy, he built a reputation as an advocate for community engagement, organizing numerous events that brought together Christians of all walks of life such as the coronation of the Holy Roman Emperor in May of 2024. A strong proponent of Christian unity, Pope John Paul III has consistently emphasized the importance of bridging divides within the Christian community, making it a central pillar of his young papacy. He views every initiative through the lens of advancing the Church's mission, urging his prelates to set aside all personal differences and tensions for the sake of spreading the truth of God's love to all. Whether through local gatherings in Rome, Church-wide celebrations, or administrative efforts, his leadership has so far been marked by a genuine desire to serve, inspire, and unite the people of God.</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Pope_John_Paul_III&diff=246028Aurora:Pope John Paul III2024-10-11T23:46:12Z<p>1062183087137624064: Created page with "{| cellspacing="1" cellpadding="1" style="float:right; clear:right; margin: 0 0 .5em 1em; width:280px; background: border-collapse:collapse; border:3.5px solid {{{color|#212121}}}; font-size:smaller; line-height:1.5" |- |<div> {| border="0" cellpadding="4" cellspacing="0" style="float:right; margin:0 0 0 0; width:100%; background:; border-collapse:collapse; vertical-align: middle" |- ! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:200..."</p>
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Cardinal Vicar<br />
Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
Titular Archbishop<br />
Bishop of Sicily<br />
Vicar General of the Dominican Order<br />
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! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Orders</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Ordination'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| 12 October 2024<br />
by Pope Clement XV<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Consecration'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| 8 November 2022<br />
by Pope Clement XV<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Created cardinal'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| 16 May 2023<br />
by Pope Clement XV<br />
|}<br />
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'''Pope John Paul III''', previously PerseusV, is the current leader of the [[Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church|Holy Catholic Church]]. He is the first pope to be a member of the Dominican Order and first pope to not have played on Terra Nova.<br />
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Perseus was ordained as a priest in August of 2023 in Rome, Papal States. He remained in Italy for his episcopacy, where he served as Bishop of Sicily and later as an titular archbishop in Rome as the Prefecture of the Papal Household. He was created a cardinal on May 16th, 2023, by Pope Clement XV.<br />
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Following the historic resignation of Pope Pius XIII on September 24th, 2024, a papal conclave elected Perseus to be his successor on the 5th of October. His election came after the longest conclave in the history of the Church on EarthMC, taking two separate rounds of voting over the course of a week. He startchose the name John Paul as his papal name in honor of Pope Saint John Paul II.<br />
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Pope John Paul III is widely recognized for his pastoral excellence, his impassioned speeches, and his ability to connect deeply with the faithful. Before his ascension to the papacy, he built a reputation as an advocate for community engagement, organizing numerous events that brought together Christians of all walks of life such as the coronation of the Holy Roman Emperor in May of 2024. A strong proponent of Christian unity, Pope John Paul III has consistently emphasized the importance of bridging divides within the Christian community, making it a central pillar of his young papacy. He views every initiative through the lens of advancing the Church's mission, urging his prelates to set aside all personal differences and tensions for the sake of spreading the truth of God's love to all. Whether through local gatherings in Rome, Church-wide celebrations, or administrative efforts, his leadership has so far been marked by a genuine desire to serve, inspire, and unite the people of God.</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church&diff=245985Aurora:Holy Catholic Church2024-10-10T00:28:23Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Classification'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Christian<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Scripture'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| Bible<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Theology'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Comprehensive Christian theology<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Polity'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Episcopal <br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Dioceses'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Archdioceses: 6<br />
Dioceses: 12<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Parishes'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 120 approx.<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Region'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Worldwide<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Language'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Ecclesiastical Latin and native languages<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Liturgy'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Adapted<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Founded'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| February 10th, 2020<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Members'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 450 (5/8/24)<br />
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|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Pope'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Cardinals'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| BernardAlbani, PerseusV, Awuzup, Quarox777, Kuzok<br />
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! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Laws</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Canon Law'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| https://shorturl.at/nKLU4<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
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The '''Catholic Church''', also referred to as the '''Holy Catholic Church''', is the largest organized church on EarthMC with over 450 faithful Christians across the server. Established on February 10th, 2020, the Holy Catholic Church is the oldest and only global institution on the server having served the community on both Terra Nova and Terra Aurora. The Church attempts to emulate the Christian unity that has been lost in the real world by housing Christians from all sects and denominations including Catholic, Orthodox, and various Protestant players. These players combine to form 18 dioceses and roughly 120 parishes that actively contribute to their communities by harboring new players and combatting toxicity.<br />
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The Holy Catholic Church is led by the Roman Pontiff, or Pope, who serves as the Bishop of Rome and the supreme sovereign of the Papal States. <br />
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The Holy See, led by the Pope, serves as the central governing authority for the Church. Within the Holy See, the Roman Curia oversees the administrative functions of the Church through its numerous congregations and dicasteries. The specific rules and guidelines for the Church’s operations are outlined in the Holy Canonical Law.<br />
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==Mission==<br />
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The core spiritual beliefs of the Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC are based on the real Roman Catholic Church with recognition and accommodation given to the differing beliefs held by those of other Christian denominations. The Holy Catholic Church does not assume any real spiritual authority. In EMC Canon Law, the mission of Holy Catholic Church is described as follows:<br />
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'''1.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC does not exist to function as a roleplay group, but rather to serve as a welcoming community for the Christian playerbase of the server. <br />
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'''2.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall provide refuge to all players who find themselves in a state of mental distress in an effort to give guidance to vulnerable players in what is sometimes seen as an apathetic community.<br />
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'''3.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall assist players on EarthMC who find themselves without the necessary materials to provide for themselves on the server.<br />
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'''4.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall inspire the greater EarthMC community to adopt the values of Christianity. <br />
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'''5.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall strive to achieve peace in all regions of the server and ensure proper justice is served to those who wish to create unwarranted conflict. <br />
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'''6.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC shall remind the Christian players of the server of their real life and that, even in virtual communities, Christians must abide by the teachings of Christ and His Church. Love and compassion trump hate and wrath. The Christians of EarthMC should speak out against heresy on the server in defense of their faith and spread the gospel of Christ, but the Church does not intend to preach the real canonical religious stances or laws of the Roman Catholic Church.<br />
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==Organization==<br />
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The hierarchy and structure of the Holy Catholic Church is based on that of the real Roman Catholic Church with adaptations made to fit the needs of the player base on EarthMC. The clergy on EarthMC has been simplified down to two levels: the episcopate, composed of bishops who hold jurisdiction over a geographic area called a diocese; and the presbyterate, composed of priests ordained by bishops and who work in local dioceses or religious orders. The Church is led by the Pope, or the bishop of Rome, whose jurisdiction is called the Holy See. There are many other holy orders, martial orders, and religious institutes under the Church which collectively provide the faithful members of the Church with the opportunities to pursue diverse playstyles on the server and serve to advance the Church in her mission on the server. <br />
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===Papacy===<br />
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The '''Pope''', also referred to as the '''supreme pontiff''', is the bishop of Rome and leader of the global Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC. There have been four popes throughout the history of the Church on EarthMC with the current one, Pope Pius XIII, having served since his election on July 27th, 2024. All popes are elected through a papal conclave hosted in Rome where the College of Cardinals vote on the next bishop of Rome.<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Pope Alexander IX (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 3 March 2020<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Benedict XVII (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|11 April 2020 - 4 July 2022<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[[File:Popeclementportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Clement XV<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|10 July 2022 - 16 July 2023<br />
(1 year)<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|[[File:Popepiusportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Pius XIII<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|27 July 2023 - 24 September 2024<br />
(1 year, 2 months)<br />
|-<br />
|5<br />
|Portrait Unreleased<br />
|Pope John Paul III<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|5 October 2024 - Present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
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===College of Cardinals===<br />
<br />
The '''College of Cardinals''' is the body of all cardinals of the Holy Catholic Church who are responsible for conducting the affairs of the Holy See by assisting the Pope in the general administration and governance of the Church. The members of the College of Cardinals are responsible for voting on policy and doctrine relating to the operation and function of the Church which, after receiving a majority vote, will then be presented to the Pope for consideration. Throughout the history of the Church, there have been fourteen total cardinals.<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Cardinal Aleksey Smirnov (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 February 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 day)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
3 March 2020 - 26 September 2020<br />
(6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Angelo Cardinalis de Medici (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 11 April 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Bernard2_(1).png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Bernard Albani<br />
|Terra Nova & <br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 July 2022 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(2 years, 5 months)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
17 December 2023 - present<br />
<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Kyse1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Alastair Kyse<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 26 August 2022<br />
(2 years, 6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Louis3.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Louis Raphael<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 14 June 2021<br />
(1 year, 4 months)<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|[[File:Cyrzek1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Stefan Cyrzek (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|26 September 2020 - 22 October 2021<br />
(1 year, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|[[File:Karnakus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Karnakus<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|30 June 2021 - 27 July 2023<br />
(elected Pope) (2 years, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|[[File:Murphy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Murphy<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|16 November 2021 - 11 February 2024<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|[[File:Swrhitzy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Swrhitzy (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|15 November 2021 - 3 February 2022<br />
(3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|[[File:Collor1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Fernando Collor (†)<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|23 May 2022 - 15 December 2023<br />
(1 year, 7 months)<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|[[File:Kuzok2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Kuzok<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 August 2022 - 12 May 2024<br />
(1 year, 9 months)<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|[[File:Perseus2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Perseus<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|16 May 2023 - 5 October 2024<br />
(elected Pope) (1 year, 5 months)<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|[[File:Awuzup2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 September 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|[[File:Quarox2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Quarox<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|11 February 2024 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
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===Roman Curia===<br />
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The '''Roman Curia''' of EarthMC comprises the administrative institutions of the Holy See and central body through which the day-to-day affairs of the Holy Catholic Church and the Papal States are conducted on behalf of the Pope. The Roman Curia consists of the following departments: Secretariat of State, Secretariat for the Economy, Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, Congregation for the Clergy, Dicastery for Communication, Dicastery for the Far East, Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite, and the Dicastery for Bishops. The Roman Curia also houses the Papal Household, Vatican Apostolic Archives and Library, and the Pontifical Guard.<br />
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====Current Members of the Roman Curia====<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Holder<br />
!Took Office<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat of State<br />
|Cardinal Secretary of State Bernard Albani<br />
|4 September 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat for the Economy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Clergy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Quarox<br />
|29 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for Culture<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|17 August 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Communication<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Far East<br />
|Archbishop Prefect 1lum1nat1<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite<br />
|Archbishop Prefect TNTBlake<br />
|11 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Bishops<br />
|Archbishop Prefect Vacant<br />
|Vacant<br />
|-<br />
|Vatican Apostolic Archives<br />
|Cardinal Archivist Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Vatican Apostolic Library<br />
|Cardinal Librarian Awuzup<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Pontifical Guard<br />
|Colonel Arcanum_Maximum<br />
|11 December 2023<br />
|}<br />
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===Papal Household===<br />
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The Papal Household consists of a group of faithful members whose sole duty is to aid the Pope in his personal and ceremonial affairs. It is up to the discretion of the Pope on what their duties might entail and what titles may be bestowed upon them.<br />
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====Current Members of the Papal Household====<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Holder<br />
!Took Office<br />
|-<br />
|Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Luke08Gala<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Master of Ceremonies<br />
|Archbishop CreeperRCS<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Secretary<br />
|Bishop Makrouss<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Secretary<br />
|Bishop Virelie<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Deacon & Standard Bearer<br />
|Father Hamburger<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Gentleman & Pontifical Biographer<br />
|STVRZ<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Gentleman & Master of the Keys of the Apostolic Palace<br />
|Louis_Raphael<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Sculptor<br />
|Bishop FleischKiste144<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Photographer<br />
|Archbishop CreeperRCS<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|}<br />
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===Council of Bishops===<br />
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The Council of Bishops consists of all bishops in the Holy Catholic Church and is responsible for the everyday guidance and supervision of the many dioceses and archdioceses under the Church.<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!Diocese<br />
!Took Office<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Archbishop _TNTBlake_<br />
|Archdiocese of Russia<br />
|21 February 2023<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Archbishop 1lum1nat1<br />
|Archdiocese of Philippines<br />
|30 August 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Archbishop FarryHetcher<br />
|Archdiocese of Genoa<br />
|3 May 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Archbishop Gamingtoast_<br />
|Archdiocese of Australia<br />
|30 August 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Archbishop CreeperRCS<br />
|Holy See<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Archbishop Murphy<br />
|Holy See<br />
|2 April 2021<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop Atti_737<br />
|Diocese of Antarctica<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop Backinblack240<br />
|Diocese of Central America<br />
|30 August 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop C_Muchael<br />
|Diocese of Antipolo<br />
|30 August 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop FleischKist144<br />
|Diocese of Greece<br />
|28 June 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop FleischKist144<br />
|Diocese of Greece<br />
|28 June 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop Indigo418<br />
|Diocese of West Levant<br />
|12 May 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop Makrouss<br />
|Holy See<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop real_ttym<br />
|Diocese of Serbia<br />
|7 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop S11Daniels<br />
|Diocese of Germany<br />
|4 December 2021<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop Sinelin<br />
|Diocese of Scandinavia<br />
|30 August 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop Tenebur<br />
|Diocese of the Baltics<br />
|30 August 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop TGSTTV<br />
|Diocese of East Levant<br />
|12 May 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop TrollieLizard<br />
|Diocese of Brazil<br />
|30 August 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop Virelie<br />
|Holy See<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop x_omega_<br />
|Diocese of Poland<br />
|28 June 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop Xixios<br />
|Diocese of Iberia<br />
|26 September 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop Zmeus<br />
|Diocese of Romania<br />
|28 June 2024<br />
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! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:150%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Ecclesia Catholica</font>}}}<br />
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! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Information</font>}}}<br />
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|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Classification'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Christian<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Scripture'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| Bible<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Theology'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Comprehensive Christian theology<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Polity'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Episcopal <br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Dioceses'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Archdioceses: 6<br />
Dioceses: 12<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Parishes'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 120 approx.<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Region'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Worldwide<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Language'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Ecclesiastical Latin and native languages<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Liturgy'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Adapted<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Founded'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| February 10th, 2020<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Members'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 450 (5/8/24)<br />
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! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Leadership</font>}}}<br />
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| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Pope'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Cardinals'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| BernardAlbani, PerseusV, Awuzup, Quarox777, Kuzok<br />
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! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Laws</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Canon Law'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| https://shorturl.at/nKLU4<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
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The '''Catholic Church''', also referred to as the '''Holy Catholic Church''', is the largest organized church on EarthMC with over 450 faithful Christians across the server. Established on February 10th, 2020, the Holy Catholic Church is the oldest and only global institution on the server having served the community on both Terra Nova and Terra Aurora. The Church attempts to emulate the Christian unity that has been lost in the real world by housing Christians from all sects and denominations including Catholic, Orthodox, and various Protestant players. These players combine to form 18 dioceses and roughly 120 parishes that actively contribute to their communities by harboring new players and combatting toxicity.<br />
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The Holy Catholic Church is led by the Roman Pontiff, or Pope, who serves as the Bishop of Rome and the supreme sovereign of the Papal States. <br />
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The Holy See, led by the Pope, serves as the central governing authority for the Church. Within the Holy See, the Roman Curia oversees the administrative functions of the Church through its numerous congregations and dicasteries. The specific rules and guidelines for the Church’s operations are outlined in the Holy Canonical Law.<br />
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==Mission==<br />
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The core spiritual beliefs of the Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC are based on the real Roman Catholic Church with recognition and accommodation given to the differing beliefs held by those of other Christian denominations. The Holy Catholic Church does not assume any real spiritual authority. In EMC Canon Law, the mission of Holy Catholic Church is described as follows:<br />
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'''1.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC does not exist to function as a roleplay group, but rather to serve as a welcoming community for the Christian playerbase of the server. <br />
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'''2.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall provide refuge to all players who find themselves in a state of mental distress in an effort to give guidance to vulnerable players in what is sometimes seen as an apathetic community.<br />
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'''3.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall assist players on EarthMC who find themselves without the necessary materials to provide for themselves on the server.<br />
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'''4.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall inspire the greater EarthMC community to adopt the values of Christianity. <br />
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'''5.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall strive to achieve peace in all regions of the server and ensure proper justice is served to those who wish to create unwarranted conflict. <br />
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'''6.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC shall remind the Christian players of the server of their real life and that, even in virtual communities, Christians must abide by the teachings of Christ and His Church. Love and compassion trump hate and wrath. The Christians of EarthMC should speak out against heresy on the server in defense of their faith and spread the gospel of Christ, but the Church does not intend to preach the real canonical religious stances or laws of the Roman Catholic Church.<br />
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==Organization==<br />
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The hierarchy and structure of the Holy Catholic Church is based on that of the real Roman Catholic Church with adaptations made to fit the needs of the player base on EarthMC. The clergy on EarthMC has been simplified down to two levels: the episcopate, composed of bishops who hold jurisdiction over a geographic area called a diocese; and the presbyterate, composed of priests ordained by bishops and who work in local dioceses or religious orders. The Church is led by the Pope, or the bishop of Rome, whose jurisdiction is called the Holy See. There are many other holy orders, martial orders, and religious institutes under the Church which collectively provide the faithful members of the Church with the opportunities to pursue diverse playstyles on the server and serve to advance the Church in her mission on the server. <br />
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===Papacy===<br />
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The '''Pope''', also referred to as the '''supreme pontiff''', is the bishop of Rome and leader of the global Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC. There have been four popes throughout the history of the Church on EarthMC with the current one, Pope Pius XIII, having served since his election on July 27th, 2024. All popes are elected through a papal conclave hosted in Rome where the College of Cardinals vote on the next bishop of Rome.<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Pope Alexander IX (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 3 March 2020<br />
(1 month)<br />
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|2<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Benedict XVII (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|11 April 2020 - 4 July 2022<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[[File:Popeclementportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Clement XV<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|10 July 2022 - 16 July 2023<br />
(1 year)<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|[[File:Popepiusportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Pius XIII<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|27 July 2023 - 24 September 2024<br />
(1 year, 2 months)<br />
|-<br />
|5<br />
|Portrait Unreleased<br />
|Pope John Paul III<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|5 October 2024 - Present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
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===College of Cardinals===<br />
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The '''College of Cardinals''' is the body of all cardinals of the Holy Catholic Church who are responsible for conducting the affairs of the Holy See by assisting the Pope in the general administration and governance of the Church. The members of the College of Cardinals are responsible for voting on policy and doctrine relating to the operation and function of the Church which, after receiving a majority vote, will then be presented to the Pope for consideration. Throughout the history of the Church, there have been fourteen total cardinals.<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
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|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Cardinal Aleksey Smirnov (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 February 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 day)<br />
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---<br />
<br />
3 March 2020 - 26 September 2020<br />
(6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Angelo Cardinalis de Medici (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 11 April 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Bernard2_(1).png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Bernard Albani<br />
|Terra Nova & <br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 July 2022 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(2 years, 5 months)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
17 December 2023 - present<br />
<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Kyse1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Alastair Kyse<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 26 August 2022<br />
(2 years, 6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Louis3.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Louis Raphael<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 14 June 2021<br />
(1 year, 4 months)<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|[[File:Cyrzek1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Stefan Cyrzek (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|26 September 2020 - 22 October 2021<br />
(1 year, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|[[File:Karnakus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Karnakus<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|30 June 2021 - 27 July 2023<br />
(elected Pope) (2 years, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|[[File:Murphy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Murphy<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|16 November 2021 - 11 February 2024<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|[[File:Swrhitzy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Swrhitzy (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|15 November 2021 - 3 February 2022<br />
(3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|[[File:Collor1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Fernando Collor (†)<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|23 May 2022 - 15 December 2023<br />
(1 year, 7 months)<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|[[File:Kuzok2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Kuzok<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 August 2022 - 12 May 2024<br />
(1 year, 9 months)<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|[[File:Perseus2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Perseus<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|16 May 2023 - 5 October 2024<br />
(elected Pope) (1 year, 5 months)<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|[[File:Awuzup2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 September 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|[[File:Quarox2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Quarox<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|11 February 2024 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
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===Roman Curia===<br />
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The '''Roman Curia''' of EarthMC comprises the administrative institutions of the Holy See and central body through which the day-to-day affairs of the Holy Catholic Church and the Papal States are conducted on behalf of the Pope. The Roman Curia consists of the following departments: Secretariat of State, Secretariat for the Economy, Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, Congregation for the Clergy, Dicastery for Communication, Dicastery for the Far East, Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite, and the Dicastery for Bishops. The Roman Curia also houses the Papal Household, Vatican Apostolic Archives and Library, and the Pontifical Guard.<br />
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====Current Members of the Roman Curia====<br />
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|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Holder<br />
!Took Office<br />
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|Secretariat of State<br />
|Cardinal Secretary of State Bernard Albani<br />
|4 September 2024<br />
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|Secretariat for the Economy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
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|Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Clergy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Quarox<br />
|29 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for Culture<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|17 August 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Communication<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Far East<br />
|Archbishop Prefect 1lum1nat1<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
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|Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite<br />
|Archbishop Prefect TNTBlake<br />
|11 February 2024<br />
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|Dicastery for Bishops<br />
|Archbishop Prefect Vacant<br />
|Vacant<br />
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|Vatican Apostolic Archives<br />
|Cardinal Archivist Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Vatican Apostolic Library<br />
|Cardinal Librarian Awuzup<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Pontifical Guard<br />
|Colonel Arcanum_Maximum<br />
|11 December 2023<br />
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===Papal Household===<br />
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The Papal Household consists of a group of faithful members whose sole duty is to aid the Pope in his personal and ceremonial affairs. It is up to the discretion of the Pope on what their duties might entail and what titles may be bestowed upon them.<br />
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====Current Members of the Papal Household====<br />
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|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Holder<br />
!Took Office<br />
|-<br />
|Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Luke08Gala<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
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|Papal Master of Ceremonies<br />
|Archbishop CreeperRCS<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Secretary<br />
|Bishop Makrouss<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Secretary<br />
|Bishop Virelie<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Deacon & Standard Bearer<br />
|Father Hamburger<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Gentleman & Pontifical Biographer<br />
|STVRZ<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Gentleman & Master of the Keys of the Apostolic Palace<br />
|Louis_Raphael<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Sculptor<br />
|Bishop FleischKiste144<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Photographer<br />
|Archbishop CreeperRCS<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|}<br />
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===Council of Bishops===<br />
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The Council of Bishops consists of all bishops in the Holy Catholic Church and is responsible for the everyday guidance and supervision of the many dioceses and archdioceses under the Church.<br />
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!Diocese<br />
!Took Office<br />
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|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Archbishop _TNTBlake_<br />
|Archdiocese of Russia<br />
|21 February 2023<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Archbishop 1lum1nat1<br />
|Archdiocese of Philippines<br />
|30 August 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Archbishop FarryHetcher<br />
|Archdiocese of Genoa<br />
|28 June 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Archbishop Gamingtoast_<br />
|Archdiocese of Australia<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Archbishop CreeperRCS<br />
|Holy See<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Archbishop Murphy<br />
|Holy See<br />
|11 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop Atti_737<br />
|Diocese of Antarctica<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop Backinblack240<br />
|Diocese of Central America<br />
|30 August 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop C_Muchael<br />
|Diocese of Antipolo<br />
|30 August 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop FleischKist144<br />
|Diocese of Greece<br />
|28 June 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop FleischKist144<br />
|Diocese of Greece<br />
|28 June 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop Indigo418<br />
|Diocese of West Levant<br />
|12 May 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop Makrouss<br />
|Holy See<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop real_ttym<br />
|Diocese of Serbia<br />
|7 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop S11Daniels<br />
|Diocese of Germany<br />
|4 December 2021<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop Sinelin<br />
|Diocese of Scandinavia<br />
|30 August 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop Tenebur<br />
|Diocese of the Baltics<br />
|30 August 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop TGSTTV<br />
|Diocese of East Levant<br />
|12 May 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop TrollieLizard<br />
|Diocese of Brazil<br />
|30 August 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop Virelie<br />
|Holy See<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop x_omega_<br />
|Diocese of Poland<br />
|28 June 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop Xixios<br />
|Diocese of Iberia<br />
|26 September 2024<br />
|-<br />
|[[File:|center|thumb]]<br />
|Bishop Zmeus<br />
|Diocese of Romania<br />
|28 June 2024<br />
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! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:200%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Holy Catholic Church</font>}}}<br />
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! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:150%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Ecclesia Catholica</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
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! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Information</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Classification'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Christian<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Scripture'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| Bible<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Theology'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Comprehensive Christian theology<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Polity'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Episcopal <br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Dioceses'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Archdioceses: 6<br />
Dioceses: 12<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Parishes'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 120 approx.<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Region'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Worldwide<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Language'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Ecclesiastical Latin and native languages<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Liturgy'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Adapted<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Founded'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| February 10th, 2020<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Members'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 450 (5/8/24)<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Leadership</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Pope'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Cardinals'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| BernardAlbani, PerseusV, Awuzup, Quarox777, Kuzok<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Laws</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Canon Law'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| https://shorturl.at/nKLU4<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
|}</div><br />
|}<br />
<br />
The '''Catholic Church''', also referred to as the '''Holy Catholic Church''', is the largest organized church on EarthMC with over 450 faithful Christians across the server. Established on February 10th, 2020, the Holy Catholic Church is the oldest and only global institution on the server having served the community on both Terra Nova and Terra Aurora. The Church attempts to emulate the Christian unity that has been lost in the real world by housing Christians from all sects and denominations including Catholic, Orthodox, and various Protestant players. These players combine to form 18 dioceses and roughly 120 parishes that actively contribute to their communities by harboring new players and combatting toxicity.<br />
<br />
The Holy Catholic Church is led by the Roman Pontiff, or Pope, who serves as the Bishop of Rome and the supreme sovereign of the Papal States. <br />
<br />
The Holy See, led by the Pope, serves as the central governing authority for the Church. Within the Holy See, the Roman Curia oversees the administrative functions of the Church through its numerous congregations and dicasteries. The specific rules and guidelines for the Church’s operations are outlined in the Holy Canonical Law.<br />
<br />
==Mission==<br />
<br />
The core spiritual beliefs of the Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC are based on the real Roman Catholic Church with recognition and accommodation given to the differing beliefs held by those of other Christian denominations. The Holy Catholic Church does not assume any real spiritual authority. In EMC Canon Law, the mission of Holy Catholic Church is described as follows:<br />
<br />
'''1.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC does not exist to function as a roleplay group, but rather to serve as a welcoming community for the Christian playerbase of the server. <br />
<br />
'''2.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall provide refuge to all players who find themselves in a state of mental distress in an effort to give guidance to vulnerable players in what is sometimes seen as an apathetic community.<br />
<br />
'''3.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall assist players on EarthMC who find themselves without the necessary materials to provide for themselves on the server.<br />
<br />
'''4.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall inspire the greater EarthMC community to adopt the values of Christianity. <br />
<br />
'''5.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall strive to achieve peace in all regions of the server and ensure proper justice is served to those who wish to create unwarranted conflict. <br />
<br />
'''6.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC shall remind the Christian players of the server of their real life and that, even in virtual communities, Christians must abide by the teachings of Christ and His Church. Love and compassion trump hate and wrath. The Christians of EarthMC should speak out against heresy on the server in defense of their faith and spread the gospel of Christ, but the Church does not intend to preach the real canonical religious stances or laws of the Roman Catholic Church.<br />
<br />
==Organization==<br />
<br />
The hierarchy and structure of the Holy Catholic Church is based on that of the real Roman Catholic Church with adaptations made to fit the needs of the player base on EarthMC. The clergy on EarthMC has been simplified down to two levels: the episcopate, composed of bishops who hold jurisdiction over a geographic area called a diocese; and the presbyterate, composed of priests ordained by bishops and who work in local dioceses or religious orders. The Church is led by the Pope, or the bishop of Rome, whose jurisdiction is called the Holy See. There are many other holy orders, martial orders, and religious institutes under the Church which collectively provide the faithful members of the Church with the opportunities to pursue diverse playstyles on the server and serve to advance the Church in her mission on the server. <br />
<br />
===Papacy===<br />
<br />
The '''Pope''', also referred to as the '''supreme pontiff''', is the bishop of Rome and leader of the global Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC. There have been four popes throughout the history of the Church on EarthMC with the current one, Pope Pius XIII, having served since his election on July 27th, 2024. All popes are elected through a papal conclave hosted in Rome where the College of Cardinals vote on the next bishop of Rome.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Pope Alexander IX (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 3 March 2020<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Benedict XVII (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|11 April 2020 - 4 July 2022<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[[File:Popeclementportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Clement XV<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|10 July 2022 - 16 July 2023<br />
(1 year)<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|[[File:Popepiusportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Pius XIII<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|27 July 2023 - 24 September 2024<br />
(1 year, 2 months)<br />
|-<br />
|5<br />
|Portrait Unreleased<br />
|Pope John Paul III<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|5 October 2024 - Present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===College of Cardinals===<br />
<br />
The '''College of Cardinals''' is the body of all cardinals of the Holy Catholic Church who are responsible for conducting the affairs of the Holy See by assisting the Pope in the general administration and governance of the Church. The members of the College of Cardinals are responsible for voting on policy and doctrine relating to the operation and function of the Church which, after receiving a majority vote, will then be presented to the Pope for consideration. Throughout the history of the Church, there have been fourteen total cardinals.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Cardinal Aleksey Smirnov (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 February 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 day)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
3 March 2020 - 26 September 2020<br />
(6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Angelo Cardinalis de Medici (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 11 April 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Bernard2_(1).png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Bernard Albani<br />
|Terra Nova & <br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 July 2022 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(2 years, 5 months)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
17 December 2023 - present<br />
<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Kyse1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Alastair Kyse<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 26 August 2022<br />
(2 years, 6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Louis3.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Louis Raphael<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 14 June 2021<br />
(1 year, 4 months)<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|[[File:Cyrzek1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Stefan Cyrzek (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|26 September 2020 - 22 October 2021<br />
(1 year, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|[[File:Karnakus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Karnakus<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|30 June 2021 - 27 July 2023<br />
(elected Pope) (2 years, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|[[File:Murphy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Murphy<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|16 November 2021 - 11 February 2024<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|[[File:Swrhitzy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Swrhitzy (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|15 November 2021 - 3 February 2022<br />
(3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|[[File:Collor1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Fernando Collor (†)<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|23 May 2022 - 15 December 2023<br />
(1 year, 7 months)<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|[[File:Kuzok2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Kuzok<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 August 2022 - 12 May 2024<br />
(1 year, 9 months)<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|[[File:Perseus2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Perseus<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|16 May 2023 - 5 October 2024<br />
(elected Pope) (1 year, 5 months)<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|[[File:Awuzup2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 September 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|[[File:Quarox2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Quarox<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|11 February 2024 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===Roman Curia===<br />
<br />
The '''Roman Curia''' of EarthMC comprises the administrative institutions of the Holy See and central body through which the day-to-day affairs of the Holy Catholic Church and the Papal States are conducted on behalf of the Pope. The Roman Curia consists of the following departments: Secretariat of State, Secretariat for the Economy, Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, Congregation for the Clergy, Dicastery for Communication, Dicastery for the Far East, Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite, and the Dicastery for Bishops. The Roman Curia also houses the Papal Household, Vatican Apostolic Archives and Library, and the Pontifical Guard.<br />
<br />
====Current Members of the Roman Curia====<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Holder<br />
!Took Office<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat of State<br />
|Cardinal Secretary of State Bernard Albani<br />
|4 September 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat for the Economy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Clergy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Quarox<br />
|29 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for Culture<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|17 August 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Communication<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Far East<br />
|Archbishop Prefect 1lum1nat1<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite<br />
|Archbishop Prefect TNTBlake<br />
|11 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Bishops<br />
|Archbishop Prefect Vacant<br />
|Vacant<br />
|-<br />
|Vatican Apostolic Archives<br />
|Cardinal Archivist Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Vatican Apostolic Library<br />
|Cardinal Librarian Awuzup<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Pontifical Guard<br />
|Colonel Arcanum_Maximum<br />
|11 December 2023<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===Papal Household===<br />
<br />
The Papal Household consists of a group of faithful members whose sole duty is to aid the Pope in his personal and ceremonial affairs. It is up to the discretion of the Pope on what their duties might entail and what titles may be bestowed upon them.<br />
<br />
====Current Members of the Papal Household====<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Holder<br />
!Took Office<br />
|-<br />
|Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Luke08Gala<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Master of Ceremonies<br />
|Archbishop CreeperRCS<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Secretary<br />
|Bishop Makrouss<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Secretary<br />
|Bishop Virelie<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Deacon & Standard Bearer<br />
|Father Hamburger<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Gentleman & Pontifical Biographer<br />
|STVRZ<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Gentleman & Master of the Keys of the Apostolic Palace<br />
|Louis_Raphael<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Sculptor<br />
|Bishop FleischKiste144<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Papal Photographer<br />
|Archbishop CreeperRCS<br />
|9 October 2024<br />
|}</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church&diff=245824Aurora:Holy Catholic Church2024-10-05T19:49:43Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:200%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Holy Catholic Church</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:150%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Ecclesia Catholica</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
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|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Information</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Classification'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Christian<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Scripture'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| Bible<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Theology'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Comprehensive Christian theology<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Polity'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Episcopal <br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Dioceses'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Archdioceses: 6<br />
Dioceses: 12<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Parishes'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 120 approx.<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Region'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Worldwide<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Language'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Ecclesiastical Latin and native languages<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Liturgy'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Adapted<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Founded'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| February 10th, 2020<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Members'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 450 (5/8/24)<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Leadership</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Pope'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Cardinals'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| BernardAlbani, PerseusV, Awuzup, Quarox777, Kuzok<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Laws</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Canon Law'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| https://shorturl.at/nKLU4<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
|}</div><br />
|}<br />
<br />
The '''Catholic Church''', also referred to as the '''Holy Catholic Church''', is the largest organized church on EarthMC with over 450 faithful Christians across the server. Established on February 10th, 2020, the Holy Catholic Church is the oldest and only global institution on the server having served the community on both Terra Nova and Terra Aurora. The Church attempts to emulate the Christian unity that has been lost in the real world by housing Christians from all sects and denominations including Catholic, Orthodox, and various Protestant players. These players combine to form 18 dioceses and roughly 120 parishes that actively contribute to their communities by harboring new players and combatting toxicity.<br />
<br />
The Holy Catholic Church is led by the Roman Pontiff, or Pope, who serves as the Bishop of Rome and the supreme sovereign of the Papal States. <br />
<br />
The Holy See, led by the Pope, serves as the central governing authority for the Church. Within the Holy See, the Roman Curia oversees the administrative functions of the Church through its numerous congregations and dicasteries. The specific rules and guidelines for the Church’s operations are outlined in the Holy Canonical Law.<br />
<br />
==Mission==<br />
<br />
The core spiritual beliefs of the Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC are based on the real Roman Catholic Church with recognition and accommodation given to the differing beliefs held by those of other Christian denominations. The Holy Catholic Church does not assume any real spiritual authority. In EMC Canon Law, the mission of Holy Catholic Church is described as follows:<br />
<br />
'''1.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC does not exist to function as a roleplay group, but rather to serve as a welcoming community for the Christian playerbase of the server. <br />
<br />
'''2.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall provide refuge to all players who find themselves in a state of mental distress in an effort to give guidance to vulnerable players in what is sometimes seen as an apathetic community.<br />
<br />
'''3.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall assist players on EarthMC who find themselves without the necessary materials to provide for themselves on the server.<br />
<br />
'''4.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall inspire the greater EarthMC community to adopt the values of Christianity. <br />
<br />
'''5.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall strive to achieve peace in all regions of the server and ensure proper justice is served to those who wish to create unwarranted conflict. <br />
<br />
'''6.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC shall remind the Christian players of the server of their real life and that, even in virtual communities, Christians must abide by the teachings of Christ and His Church. Love and compassion trump hate and wrath. The Christians of EarthMC should speak out against heresy on the server in defense of their faith and spread the gospel of Christ, but the Church does not intend to preach the real canonical religious stances or laws of the Roman Catholic Church.<br />
<br />
==Organization==<br />
<br />
The hierarchy and structure of the Holy Catholic Church is based on that of the real Roman Catholic Church with adaptations made to fit the needs of the player base on EarthMC. The clergy on EarthMC has been simplified down to two levels: the episcopate, composed of bishops who hold jurisdiction over a geographic area called a diocese; and the presbyterate, composed of priests ordained by bishops and who work in local dioceses or religious orders. The Church is led by the Pope, or the bishop of Rome, whose jurisdiction is called the Holy See. There are many other holy orders, martial orders, and religious institutes under the Church which collectively provide the faithful members of the Church with the opportunities to pursue diverse playstyles on the server and serve to advance the Church in her mission on the server. <br />
<br />
===Papacy===<br />
<br />
The '''Pope''', also referred to as the '''supreme pontiff''', is the bishop of Rome and leader of the global Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC. There have been four popes throughout the history of the Church on EarthMC with the current one, Pope Pius XIII, having served since his election on July 27th, 2024. All popes are elected through a papal conclave hosted in Rome where the College of Cardinals vote on the next bishop of Rome.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Pope Alexander IX (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 3 March 2020<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Benedict XVII (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|11 April 2020 - 4 July 2022<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[[File:Popeclementportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Clement XV<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|10 July 2022 - 16 July 2023<br />
(1 year)<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|[[File:Popepiusportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Pius XIII<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|27 July 2023 - 24 September 2024<br />
(1 year, 2 months)<br />
|-<br />
|5<br />
|Portrait Unreleased<br />
|Pope John Paul III<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|5 October 2024 - Present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===College of Cardinals===<br />
<br />
The '''College of Cardinals''' is the body of all cardinals of the Holy Catholic Church who are responsible for conducting the affairs of the Holy See by assisting the Pope in the general administration and governance of the Church. The members of the College of Cardinals are responsible for voting on policy and doctrine relating to the operation and function of the Church which, after receiving a majority vote, will then be presented to the Pope for consideration. Throughout the history of the Church, there have been fourteen total cardinals.<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Cardinal Aleksey Smirnov (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 February 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 day)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
3 March 2020 - 26 September 2020<br />
(6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Angelo Cardinalis de Medici (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 11 April 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Bernard2_(1).png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Bernard Albani<br />
|Terra Nova & <br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 July 2022 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(2 years, 5 months)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
17 December 2023 - present<br />
<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Kyse1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Alastair Kyse<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 26 August 2022<br />
(2 years, 6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Louis3.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Louis Raphael<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 14 June 2021<br />
(1 year, 4 months)<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|[[File:Cyrzek1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Stefan Cyrzek (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|26 September 2020 - 22 October 2021<br />
(1 year, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|[[File:Karnakus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Karnakus<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|30 June 2021 - 27 July 2023<br />
(elected Pope) (2 years, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|[[File:Murphy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Murphy<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|16 November 2021 - 11 February 2024<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|[[File:Swrhitzy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Swrhitzy (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|15 November 2021 - 3 February 2022<br />
(3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|[[File:Collor1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Fernando Collor (†)<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|23 May 2022 - 15 December 2023<br />
(1 year, 7 months)<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|[[File:Kuzok2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Kuzok<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 August 2022 - 12 May 2024<br />
(1 year, 9 months)<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|[[File:Perseus2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Perseus<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|16 May 2023 - 5 October 2024<br />
(elected Pope) (1 year, 5 months)<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|[[File:Awuzup2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 September 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|[[File:Quarox2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Quarox<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|11 February 2024 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===Roman Curia===<br />
<br />
The '''Roman Curia''' of EarthMC comprises the administrative institutions of the Holy See and central body through which the day-to-day affairs of the Holy Catholic Church and the Papal States are conducted on behalf of the Pope. The Roman Curia consists of the following departments: Secretariat of State, Secretariat for the Economy, Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, Congregation for the Clergy, Dicastery for Communication, Dicastery for the Far East, Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite, and the Dicastery for Bishops. The Roman Curia also houses the Papal Household, Vatican Apostolic Archives and Library, and the Pontifical Guard.<br />
<br />
====Current Members of the Roman Curia====<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Holder<br />
!Took Office<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat of State<br />
|Cardinal Secretary of State Perseus<br />
|29 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat for the Economy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Bernard Albani<br />
|10 June 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Clergy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Quarox<br />
|29 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for Architecture and Culture<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|17 August 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Communication<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Perseus<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Far East<br />
|Archbishop Prefect Kuzok<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite<br />
|Archbishop Prefect TNTBlake<br />
|11 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Bishops<br />
|Archbishop Prefect Creeper<br />
|7 May 2024 <br />
|-<br />
|Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Perseus<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Vatican Apostolic Archives<br />
|Cardinal Archivist Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Vatican Apostolic Library<br />
|Cardinal Librarian Awuzup<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Pontifical Guard<br />
|Colonel Arcanum_Maximum<br />
|11 December 2023<br />
|}</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church&diff=245434Aurora:Holy Catholic Church2024-09-26T00:01:23Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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|<div><br />
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|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:200%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Holy Catholic Church</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:150%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Ecclesia Catholica</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
{{!}} colspan="2" style="text-align:center;background-color:#;" {{!}}<br />
[[File:Keys.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Information</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Classification'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Christian<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Scripture'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| Bible<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Theology'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Comprehensive Christian theology<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Polity'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Episcopal <br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Dioceses'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Archdioceses: 6<br />
Dioceses: 12<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Parishes'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 120 approx.<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Region'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Worldwide<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Language'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Ecclesiastical Latin and native languages<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Liturgy'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Adapted<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Founded'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| February 10th, 2020<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Members'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 450 (5/8/24)<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Leadership</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Pope'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Cardinals'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| BernardAlbani, PerseusV, Awuzup, Quarox777, Kuzok<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Laws</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Canon Law'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| https://shorturl.at/nKLU4<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
|}</div><br />
|}<br />
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The '''Catholic Church''', also referred to as the '''Holy Catholic Church''', is the largest organized church on EarthMC with over 450 faithful Christians across the server. Established on February 10th, 2020, the Holy Catholic Church is the oldest and only global institution on the server having served the community on both Terra Nova and Terra Aurora. The Church attempts to emulate the Christian unity that has been lost in the real world by housing Christians from all sects and denominations including Catholic, Orthodox, and various Protestant players. These players combine to form 18 dioceses and roughly 120 parishes that actively contribute to their communities by harboring new players and combatting toxicity.<br />
<br />
The Holy Catholic Church is led by the Roman Pontiff, or Pope, who serves as the Bishop of Rome and the supreme sovereign of the Papal States. <br />
<br />
The Holy See, led by the Pope, serves as the central governing authority for the Church. Within the Holy See, the Roman Curia oversees the administrative functions of the Church through its numerous congregations and dicasteries. The specific rules and guidelines for the Church’s operations are outlined in the Holy Canonical Law.<br />
<br />
==Mission==<br />
<br />
The core spiritual beliefs of the Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC are based on the real Roman Catholic Church with recognition and accommodation given to the differing beliefs held by those of other Christian denominations. The Holy Catholic Church does not assume any real spiritual authority. In EMC Canon Law, the mission of Holy Catholic Church is described as follows:<br />
<br />
'''1.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC does not exist to function as a roleplay group, but rather to serve as a welcoming community for the Christian playerbase of the server. <br />
<br />
'''2.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall provide refuge to all players who find themselves in a state of mental distress in an effort to give guidance to vulnerable players in what is sometimes seen as an apathetic community.<br />
<br />
'''3.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall assist players on EarthMC who find themselves without the necessary materials to provide for themselves on the server.<br />
<br />
'''4.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall inspire the greater EarthMC community to adopt the values of Christianity. <br />
<br />
'''5.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall strive to achieve peace in all regions of the server and ensure proper justice is served to those who wish to create unwarranted conflict. <br />
<br />
'''6.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC shall remind the Christian players of the server of their real life and that, even in virtual communities, Christians must abide by the teachings of Christ and His Church. Love and compassion trump hate and wrath. The Christians of EarthMC should speak out against heresy on the server in defense of their faith and spread the gospel of Christ, but the Church does not intend to preach the real canonical religious stances or laws of the Roman Catholic Church.<br />
<br />
==Organization==<br />
<br />
The hierarchy and structure of the Holy Catholic Church is based on that of the real Roman Catholic Church with adaptations made to fit the needs of the player base on EarthMC. The clergy on EarthMC has been simplified down to two levels: the episcopate, composed of bishops who hold jurisdiction over a geographic area called a diocese; and the presbyterate, composed of priests ordained by bishops and who work in local dioceses or religious orders. The Church is led by the Pope, or the bishop of Rome, whose jurisdiction is called the Holy See. There are many other holy orders, martial orders, and religious institutes under the Church which collectively provide the faithful members of the Church with the opportunities to pursue diverse playstyles on the server and serve to advance the Church in her mission on the server. <br />
<br />
===Papacy===<br />
<br />
The '''Pope''', also referred to as the '''supreme pontiff''', is the bishop of Rome and leader of the global Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC. There have been four popes throughout the history of the Church on EarthMC with the current one, Pope Pius XIII, having served since his election on July 27th, 2024. All popes are elected through a papal conclave hosted in Rome where the College of Cardinals vote on the next bishop of Rome.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Pope Alexander IX (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 3 March 2020<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Benedict XVII (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|11 April 2020 - 4 July 2022<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[[File:Popeclementportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Clement XV<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|10 July 2022 - 16 July 2023<br />
(1 year)<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|[[File:Popepiusportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Pius XIII<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|27 July 2023 - 24 September 2024<br />
(1 year, 2 months)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===College of Cardinals===<br />
<br />
The '''College of Cardinals''' is the body of all cardinals of the Holy Catholic Church who are responsible for conducting the affairs of the Holy See by assisting the Pope in the general administration and governance of the Church. The members of the College of Cardinals are responsible for voting on policy and doctrine relating to the operation and function of the Church which, after receiving a majority vote, will then be presented to the Pope for consideration. Throughout the history of the Church, there have been fourteen total cardinals.<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Cardinal Aleksey Smirnov (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 February 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 day)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
3 March 2020 - 26 September 2020<br />
(6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Angelo Cardinalis de Medici (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 11 April 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Bernard2_(1).png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Bernard Albani<br />
|Terra Nova & <br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 July 2022 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(2 years, 5 months)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
17 December 2023 - present<br />
<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Kyse1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Alastair Kyse<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 26 August 2022<br />
(2 years, 6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Louis3.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Louis Raphael<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 14 June 2021<br />
(1 year, 4 months)<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|[[File:Cyrzek1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Stefan Cyrzek (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|26 September 2020 - 22 October 2021<br />
(1 year, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|[[File:Karnakus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Karnakus<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|30 June 2021 - 27 July 2023<br />
(elected Pope) (2 years, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|[[File:Murphy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Murphy<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|16 November 2021 - 11 February 2024<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|[[File:Swrhitzy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Swrhitzy (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|15 November 2021 - 3 February 2022<br />
(3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|[[File:Collor1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Fernando Collor (†)<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|23 May 2022 - 15 December 2023<br />
(1 year, 7 months)<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|[[File:Kuzok2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Kuzok<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 August 2022 - 12 May 2024<br />
(1 year, 9 months)<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|[[File:Perseus2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Perseus<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|16 May 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|[[File:Awuzup2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 September 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|[[File:Quarox2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Quarox<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|11 February 2024 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===Roman Curia===<br />
<br />
The '''Roman Curia''' of EarthMC comprises the administrative institutions of the Holy See and central body through which the day-to-day affairs of the Holy Catholic Church and the Papal States are conducted on behalf of the Pope. The Roman Curia consists of the following departments: Secretariat of State, Secretariat for the Economy, Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, Congregation for the Clergy, Dicastery for Communication, Dicastery for the Far East, Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite, and the Dicastery for Bishops. The Roman Curia also houses the Papal Household, Vatican Apostolic Archives and Library, and the Pontifical Guard.<br />
<br />
====Current Members of the Roman Curia====<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Holder<br />
!Took Office<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat of State<br />
|Cardinal Secretary of State Perseus<br />
|29 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat for the Economy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Bernard Albani<br />
|10 June 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Clergy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Quarox<br />
|29 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for Architecture and Culture<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|17 August 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Communication<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Perseus<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Far East<br />
|Archbishop Prefect Kuzok<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite<br />
|Archbishop Prefect TNTBlake<br />
|11 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Bishops<br />
|Archbishop Prefect Creeper<br />
|7 May 2024 <br />
|-<br />
|Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Perseus<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Vatican Apostolic Archives<br />
|Cardinal Archivist Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Vatican Apostolic Library<br />
|Cardinal Librarian Awuzup<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Pontifical Guard<br />
|Colonel Arcanum_Maximum<br />
|11 December 2023<br />
|}</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church&diff=244244Aurora:Holy Catholic Church2024-08-17T22:28:01Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:200%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Holy Catholic Church</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
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! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:150%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Ecclesia Catholica</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
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! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Information</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Classification'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Christian<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Scripture'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| Bible<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Theology'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Comprehensive Christian theology<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Polity'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Episcopal <br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Dioceses'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Archdioceses: 6<br />
Dioceses: 12<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Parishes'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 120 approx.<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Region'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Worldwide<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Language'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Ecclesiastical Latin and native languages<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Liturgy'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Adapted<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Founded'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| February 10th, 2020<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Members'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 450 (5/8/24)<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Leadership</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Pope'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Cardinals'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| BernardAlbani, PerseusV, Awuzup, Quarox777, Kuzok<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Laws</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Canon Law'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| https://shorturl.at/nKLU4<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
|}</div><br />
|}<br />
<br />
The '''Catholic Church''', also referred to as the '''Holy Catholic Church''', is the largest organized church on EarthMC with over 450 faithful Christians across the server. Established on February 10th, 2020, the Holy Catholic Church is the oldest and only global institution on the server having served the community on both Terra Nova and Terra Aurora. The Church attempts to emulate the Christian unity that has been lost in the real world by housing Christians from all sects and denominations including Catholic, Orthodox, and various Protestant players. These players combine to form 18 dioceses and roughly 120 parishes that actively contribute to their communities by harboring new players and combatting toxicity.<br />
<br />
The Holy Catholic Church is led by the Roman Pontiff, or Pope, who serves as the Bishop of Rome and the supreme sovereign of the Papal States. <br />
<br />
The Holy See, led by the Pope, serves as the central governing authority for the Church. Within the Holy See, the Roman Curia oversees the administrative functions of the Church through its numerous congregations and dicasteries. The specific rules and guidelines for the Church’s operations are outlined in the Holy Canonical Law.<br />
<br />
==Mission==<br />
<br />
The core spiritual beliefs of the Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC are based on the real Roman Catholic Church with recognition and accommodation given to the differing beliefs held by those of other Christian denominations. The Holy Catholic Church does not assume any real spiritual authority. In EMC Canon Law, the mission of Holy Catholic Church is described as follows:<br />
<br />
'''1.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC does not exist to function as a roleplay group, but rather to serve as a welcoming community for the Christian playerbase of the server. <br />
<br />
'''2.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall provide refuge to all players who find themselves in a state of mental distress in an effort to give guidance to vulnerable players in what is sometimes seen as an apathetic community.<br />
<br />
'''3.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall assist players on EarthMC who find themselves without the necessary materials to provide for themselves on the server.<br />
<br />
'''4.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall inspire the greater EarthMC community to adopt the values of Christianity. <br />
<br />
'''5.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall strive to achieve peace in all regions of the server and ensure proper justice is served to those who wish to create unwarranted conflict. <br />
<br />
'''6.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC shall remind the Christian players of the server of their real life and that, even in virtual communities, Christians must abide by the teachings of Christ and His Church. Love and compassion trump hate and wrath. The Christians of EarthMC should speak out against heresy on the server in defense of their faith and spread the gospel of Christ, but the Church does not intend to preach the real canonical religious stances or laws of the Roman Catholic Church.<br />
<br />
==Organization==<br />
<br />
The hierarchy and structure of the Holy Catholic Church is based on that of the real Roman Catholic Church with adaptations made to fit the needs of the player base on EarthMC. The clergy on EarthMC has been simplified down to two levels: the episcopate, composed of bishops who hold jurisdiction over a geographic area called a diocese; and the presbyterate, composed of priests ordained by bishops and who work in local dioceses or religious orders. The Church is led by the Pope, or the bishop of Rome, whose jurisdiction is called the Holy See. There are many other holy orders, martial orders, and religious institutes under the Church which collectively provide the faithful members of the Church with the opportunities to pursue diverse playstyles on the server and serve to advance the Church in her mission on the server. <br />
<br />
===Papacy===<br />
<br />
The '''Pope''', also referred to as the '''supreme pontiff''', is the bishop of Rome and leader of the global Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC. There have been four popes throughout the history of the Church on EarthMC with the current one, Pope Pius XIII, having served since his election on July 27th, 2024. All popes are elected through a papal conclave hosted in Rome where the College of Cardinals vote on the next bishop of Rome.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Pope Alexander IX (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 3 March 2020<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Benedict XVII (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|11 April 2020 - 4 July 2022<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[[File:Popeclementportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Clement XV<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|10 July 2022 - 16 July 2023<br />
(1 year)<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|[[File:Popepiusportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Pius XIII<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|27 July 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===College of Cardinals===<br />
<br />
The '''College of Cardinals''' is the body of all cardinals of the Holy Catholic Church who are responsible for conducting the affairs of the Holy See by assisting the Pope in the general administration and governance of the Church. The members of the College of Cardinals are responsible for voting on policy and doctrine relating to the operation and function of the Church which, after receiving a majority vote, will then be presented to the Pope for consideration. Throughout the history of the Church, there have been fourteen total cardinals.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Cardinal Aleksey Smirnov (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 February 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 day)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
3 March 2020 - 26 September 2020<br />
(6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Angelo Cardinalis de Medici (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 11 April 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Bernard2_(1).png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Bernard Albani<br />
|Terra Nova & <br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 July 2022 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(2 years, 5 months)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
17 December 2023 - present<br />
<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Kyse1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Alastair Kyse<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 26 August 2022<br />
(2 years, 6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Louis3.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Louis Raphael<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 14 June 2021<br />
(1 year, 4 months)<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|[[File:Cyrzek1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Stefan Cyrzek (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|26 September 2020 - 22 October 2021<br />
(1 year, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|[[File:Karnakus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Karnakus<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|30 June 2021 - 27 July 2023<br />
(elected Pope) (2 years, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|[[File:Murphy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Murphy<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|16 November 2021 - 11 February 2024<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|[[File:Swrhitzy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Swrhitzy (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|15 November 2021 - 3 February 2022<br />
(3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|[[File:Collor1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Fernando Collor (†)<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|23 May 2022 - 15 December 2023<br />
(1 year, 7 months)<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|[[File:Kuzok2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Kuzok<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 August 2022 - 12 May 2024<br />
(1 year, 9 months)<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|[[File:Perseus2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Perseus<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|16 May 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|[[File:Awuzup2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 September 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|[[File:Quarox2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Quarox<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|11 February 2024 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===Roman Curia===<br />
<br />
The '''Roman Curia''' of EarthMC comprises the administrative institutions of the Holy See and central body through which the day-to-day affairs of the Holy Catholic Church and the Papal States are conducted on behalf of the Pope. The Roman Curia consists of the following departments: Secretariat of State, Secretariat for the Economy, Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, Congregation for the Clergy, Dicastery for Communication, Dicastery for the Far East, Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite, and the Dicastery for Bishops. The Roman Curia also houses the Papal Household, Vatican Apostolic Archives and Library, and the Pontifical Guard.<br />
<br />
====Current Members of the Roman Curia====<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Holder<br />
!Took Office<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat of State<br />
|Cardinal Secretary of State Perseus<br />
|29 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat for the Economy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Bernard Albani<br />
|10 June 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Clergy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Quarox<br />
|29 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for Architecture and Culture<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|17 August 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Communication<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Perseus<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Far East<br />
|Archbishop Prefect Kuzok<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite<br />
|Archbishop Prefect TNTBlake<br />
|11 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Bishops<br />
|Archbishop Prefect Creeper<br />
|7 May 2024 <br />
|-<br />
|Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Perseus<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Vatican Apostolic Archives<br />
|Cardinal Archivist Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Vatican Apostolic Library<br />
|Cardinal Librarian Awuzup<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Pontifical Guard<br />
|Colonel Arcanum_Maximum<br />
|11 December 2023<br />
|}</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church&diff=242331Aurora:Holy Catholic Church2024-06-13T00:22:51Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
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|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
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|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Information</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Classification'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Christian<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Scripture'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| Bible<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Theology'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Comprehensive Christian theology<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Polity'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Episcopal <br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Dioceses'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Archdioceses: 6<br />
Dioceses: 12<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Parishes'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 120 approx.<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Region'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Worldwide<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Language'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Ecclesiastical Latin and native languages<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Liturgy'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Adapted<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Founded'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| February 10th, 2020<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Members'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 450 (5/8/24)<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Leadership</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Pope'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Cardinals'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| BernardAlbani, PerseusV, Awuzup, Quarox777, Kuzok<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Laws</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Canon Law'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| https://shorturl.at/nKLU4<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
|}</div><br />
|}<br />
<br />
The '''Catholic Church''', also referred to as the '''Holy Catholic Church''', is the largest organized church on EarthMC with over 450 faithful Christians across the server. Established on February 10th, 2020, the Holy Catholic Church is the oldest and only global institution on the server having served the community on both Terra Nova and Terra Aurora. The Church attempts to emulate the Christian unity that has been lost in the real world by housing Christians from all sects and denominations including Catholic, Orthodox, and various Protestant players. These players combine to form 18 dioceses and roughly 120 parishes that actively contribute to their communities by harboring new players and combatting toxicity.<br />
<br />
The Holy Catholic Church is led by the Roman Pontiff, or Pope, who serves as the Bishop of Rome and the supreme sovereign of the Papal States. <br />
<br />
The Holy See, led by the Pope, serves as the central governing authority for the Church. Within the Holy See, the Roman Curia oversees the administrative functions of the Church through its numerous congregations and dicasteries. The specific rules and guidelines for the Church’s operations are outlined in the Holy Canonical Law.<br />
<br />
==Mission==<br />
<br />
The core spiritual beliefs of the Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC are based on the real Roman Catholic Church with recognition and accommodation given to the differing beliefs held by those of other Christian denominations. The Holy Catholic Church does not assume any real spiritual authority. In EMC Canon Law, the mission of Holy Catholic Church is described as follows:<br />
<br />
'''1.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC does not exist to function as a roleplay group, but rather to serve as a welcoming community for the Christian playerbase of the server. <br />
<br />
'''2.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall provide refuge to all players who find themselves in a state of mental distress in an effort to give guidance to vulnerable players in what is sometimes seen as an apathetic community.<br />
<br />
'''3.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall assist players on EarthMC who find themselves without the necessary materials to provide for themselves on the server.<br />
<br />
'''4.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall inspire the greater EarthMC community to adopt the values of Christianity. <br />
<br />
'''5.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall strive to achieve peace in all regions of the server and ensure proper justice is served to those who wish to create unwarranted conflict. <br />
<br />
'''6.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC shall remind the Christian players of the server of their real life and that, even in virtual communities, Christians must abide by the teachings of Christ and His Church. Love and compassion trump hate and wrath. The Christians of EarthMC should speak out against heresy on the server in defense of their faith and spread the gospel of Christ, but the Church does not intend to preach the real canonical religious stances or laws of the Roman Catholic Church.<br />
<br />
==Organization==<br />
<br />
The hierarchy and structure of the Holy Catholic Church is based on that of the real Roman Catholic Church with adaptations made to fit the needs of the player base on EarthMC. The clergy on EarthMC has been simplified down to two levels: the episcopate, composed of bishops who hold jurisdiction over a geographic area called a diocese; and the presbyterate, composed of priests ordained by bishops and who work in local dioceses or religious orders. The Church is led by the Pope, or the bishop of Rome, whose jurisdiction is called the Holy See. There are many other holy orders, martial orders, and religious institutes under the Church which collectively provide the faithful members of the Church with the opportunities to pursue diverse playstyles on the server and serve to advance the Church in her mission on the server. <br />
<br />
===Papacy===<br />
<br />
The '''Pope''', also referred to as the '''supreme pontiff''', is the bishop of Rome and leader of the global Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC. There have been four popes throughout the history of the Church on EarthMC with the current one, Pope Pius XIII, having served since his election on July 27th, 2024. All popes are elected through a papal conclave hosted in Rome where the College of Cardinals vote on the next bishop of Rome.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Pope Alexander IX (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 3 March 2020<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Benedict XVII (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|11 April 2020 - 4 July 2022<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[[File:Popeclementportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Clement XV<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|10 July 2022 - 16 July 2023<br />
(1 year)<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|[[File:Popepiusportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Pius XIII<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|27 July 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===College of Cardinals===<br />
<br />
The '''College of Cardinals''' is the body of all cardinals of the Holy Catholic Church who are responsible for conducting the affairs of the Holy See by assisting the Pope in the general administration and governance of the Church. The members of the College of Cardinals are responsible for voting on policy and doctrine relating to the operation and function of the Church which, after receiving a majority vote, will then be presented to the Pope for consideration. Throughout the history of the Church, there have been fourteen total cardinals.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Cardinal Aleksey Smirnov (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 February 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 day)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
3 March 2020 - 26 September 2020<br />
(6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Angelo Cardinalis de Medici (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 11 April 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Bernard2_(1).png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Bernard Albani<br />
|Terra Nova & <br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 July 2022 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(2 years, 5 months)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
17 December 2023 - present<br />
<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Kyse1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Alastair Kyse<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 26 August 2022<br />
(2 years, 6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Louis3.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Louis Raphael<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 14 June 2021<br />
(1 year, 4 months)<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|[[File:Cyrzek1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Stefan Cyrzek (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|26 September 2020 - 22 October 2021<br />
(1 year, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|[[File:Karnakus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Karnakus<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|30 June 2021 - 27 July 2023<br />
(elected Pope) (2 years, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|[[File:Murphy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Murphy<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|16 November 2021 - 11 February 2024<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|[[File:Swrhitzy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Swrhitzy (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|15 November 2021 - 3 February 2022<br />
(3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|[[File:Collor1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Fernando Collor (†)<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|23 May 2022 - 15 December 2023<br />
(1 year, 7 months)<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|[[File:Kuzok2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Kuzok<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 August 2022 - 12 May 2024<br />
(1 year, 9 months)<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|[[File:Perseus2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Perseus<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|16 May 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|[[File:Awuzup2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 September 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|[[File:Quarox2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Quarox<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|11 February 2024 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
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===Roman Curia===<br />
<br />
The '''Roman Curia''' of EarthMC comprises the administrative institutions of the Holy See and central body through which the day-to-day affairs of the Holy Catholic Church and the Papal States are conducted on behalf of the Pope. The Roman Curia consists of the following departments: Secretariat of State, Secretariat for the Economy, Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, Congregation for the Clergy, Dicastery for Communication, Dicastery for the Far East, Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite, and the Dicastery for Bishops. The Roman Curia also houses the Papal Household, Vatican Apostolic Archives and Library, and the Pontifical Guard.<br />
<br />
====Current Members of the Roman Curia====<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Holder<br />
!Took Office<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat of State<br />
|Cardinal Secretary of State Perseus<br />
|29 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat for the Economy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Bernard Albani<br />
|10 June 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Clergy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Quarox<br />
|29 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Communication<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Perseus<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Far East<br />
|Archbishop Prefect Kuzok<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite<br />
|Archbishop Prefect TNTBlake<br />
|11 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Bishops<br />
|Archbishop Prefect Creeper<br />
|7 May 2024 <br />
|-<br />
|Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Perseus<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Vatican Apostolic Archives<br />
|Cardinal Archivist Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Vatican Apostolic Library<br />
|Cardinal Librarian Awuzup<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Pontifical Guard<br />
|Colonel Arcanum_Maximum<br />
|11 December 2023<br />
|}</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church&diff=240832Aurora:Holy Catholic Church2024-05-13T00:32:39Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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|-<br />
|<div><br />
{| border="0" cellpadding="4" cellspacing="0" style="float:right; margin:0 0 0 0; width:100%; background:; border-collapse:collapse; vertical-align: middle"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:200%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Holy Catholic Church</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:150%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Ecclesia Catholica</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
{{!}} colspan="2" style="text-align:center;background-color:#;" {{!}}<br />
[[File:Keys.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Information</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Classification'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Christian<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Scripture'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| Bible<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Theology'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Comprehensive Christian theology<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Polity'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Episcopal <br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Dioceses'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Archdioceses: 6<br />
Dioceses: 12<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Parishes'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 120 approx.<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Region'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Worldwide<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Language'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Ecclesiastical Latin and native languages<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Liturgy'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Adapted<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Founded'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| February 10th, 2020<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Members'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 450 (5/8/24)<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Leadership</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Pope'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Cardinals'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| BernardAlbani, PerseusV, Awuzup, Quarox777, Kuzok<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Laws</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Canon Law'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| https://shorturl.at/nKLU4<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
|}</div><br />
|}<br />
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The '''Catholic Church''', also referred to as the '''Holy Catholic Church''', is the largest organized church on EarthMC with over 450 faithful Christians across the server. Established on February 10th, 2020, the Holy Catholic Church is the oldest and only global institution on the server having served the community on both Terra Nova and Terra Aurora. The Church attempts to emulate the Christian unity that has been lost in the real world by housing Christians from all sects and denominations including Catholic, Orthodox, and various Protestant players. These players combine to form 18 dioceses and roughly 120 parishes that actively contribute to their communities by harboring new players and combatting toxicity.<br />
<br />
The Holy Catholic Church is led by the Roman Pontiff, or Pope, who serves as the Bishop of Rome and the supreme sovereign of the Papal States. <br />
<br />
The Holy See, led by the Pope, serves as the central governing authority for the Church. Within the Holy See, the Roman Curia oversees the administrative functions of the Church through its numerous congregations and dicasteries. The specific rules and guidelines for the Church’s operations are outlined in the Holy Canonical Law.<br />
<br />
==Mission==<br />
<br />
The core spiritual beliefs of the Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC are based on the real Roman Catholic Church with recognition and accommodation given to the differing beliefs held by those of other Christian denominations. The Holy Catholic Church does not assume any real spiritual authority. In EMC Canon Law, the mission of Holy Catholic Church is described as follows:<br />
<br />
'''1.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC does not exist to function as a roleplay group, but rather to serve as a welcoming community for the Christian playerbase of the server. <br />
<br />
'''2.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall provide refuge to all players who find themselves in a state of mental distress in an effort to give guidance to vulnerable players in what is sometimes seen as an apathetic community.<br />
<br />
'''3.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall assist players on EarthMC who find themselves without the necessary materials to provide for themselves on the server.<br />
<br />
'''4.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall inspire the greater EarthMC community to adopt the values of Christianity. <br />
<br />
'''5.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall strive to achieve peace in all regions of the server and ensure proper justice is served to those who wish to create unwarranted conflict. <br />
<br />
'''6.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC shall remind the Christian players of the server of their real life and that, even in virtual communities, Christians must abide by the teachings of Christ and His Church. Love and compassion trump hate and wrath. The Christians of EarthMC should speak out against heresy on the server in defense of their faith and spread the gospel of Christ, but the Church does not intend to preach the real canonical religious stances or laws of the Roman Catholic Church.<br />
<br />
==Organization==<br />
<br />
The hierarchy and structure of the Holy Catholic Church is based on that of the real Roman Catholic Church with adaptations made to fit the needs of the player base on EarthMC. The clergy on EarthMC has been simplified down to two levels: the episcopate, composed of bishops who hold jurisdiction over a geographic area called a diocese; and the presbyterate, composed of priests ordained by bishops and who work in local dioceses or religious orders. The Church is led by the Pope, or the bishop of Rome, whose jurisdiction is called the Holy See. There are many other holy orders, martial orders, and religious institutes under the Church which collectively provide the faithful members of the Church with the opportunities to pursue diverse playstyles on the server and serve to advance the Church in her mission on the server. <br />
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===Papacy===<br />
<br />
The '''Pope''', also referred to as the '''supreme pontiff''', is the bishop of Rome and leader of the global Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC. There have been four popes throughout the history of the Church on EarthMC with the current one, Pope Pius XIII, having served since his election on July 27th, 2024. All popes are elected through a papal conclave hosted in Rome where the College of Cardinals vote on the next bishop of Rome.<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Pope Alexander IX (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 3 March 2020<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Benedict XVII (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|11 April 2020 - 4 July 2022<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[[File:Popeclementportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Clement XV<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|10 July 2022 - 16 July 2023<br />
(1 year)<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|[[File:Popepiusportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Pius XIII<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|27 July 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
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===College of Cardinals===<br />
<br />
The '''College of Cardinals''' is the body of all cardinals of the Holy Catholic Church who are responsible for conducting the affairs of the Holy See by assisting the Pope in the general administration and governance of the Church. The members of the College of Cardinals are responsible for voting on policy and doctrine relating to the operation and function of the Church which, after receiving a majority vote, will then be presented to the Pope for consideration. Throughout the history of the Church, there have been fourteen total cardinals.<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Cardinal Aleksey Smirnov (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 February 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 day)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
3 March 2020 - 26 September 2020<br />
(6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Angelo Cardinalis de Medici (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 11 April 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Bernard2_(1).png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Bernard Albani<br />
|Terra Nova & <br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 July 2022 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(2 years, 5 months)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
17 December 2023 - present<br />
<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Kyse1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Alastair Kyse<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 26 August 2022<br />
(2 years, 6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Louis3.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Louis Raphael<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 14 June 2021<br />
(1 year, 4 months)<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|[[File:Cyrzek1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Stefan Cyrzek (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|26 September 2020 - 22 October 2021<br />
(1 year, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|[[File:Karnakus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Karnakus<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|30 June 2021 - 27 July 2023<br />
(elected Pope) (2 years, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|[[File:Murphy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Murphy<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|16 November 2021 - 11 February 2024<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|[[File:Swrhitzy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Swrhitzy (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|15 November 2021 - 3 February 2022<br />
(3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|[[File:Collor1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Fernando Collor (†)<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|23 May 2022 - 15 December 2023<br />
(1 year, 7 months)<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|[[File:Kuzok2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Kuzok<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 August 2022 - 12 May 2024<br />
(1 year, 9 months)<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|[[File:Perseus2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Perseus<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|16 May 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|[[File:Awuzup2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 September 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|[[File:Quarox2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Quarox<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|11 February 2024 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===Roman Curia===<br />
<br />
The '''Roman Curia''' of EarthMC comprises the administrative institutions of the Holy See and central body through which the day-to-day affairs of the Holy Catholic Church and the Papal States are conducted on behalf of the Pope. The Roman Curia consists of the following departments: Secretariat of State, Secretariat for the Economy, Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, Congregation for the Clergy, Dicastery for Communication, Dicastery for the Far East, Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite, and the Dicastery for Bishops. The Roman Curia also houses the Papal Household, Vatican Apostolic Archives and Library, and the Pontifical Guard.<br />
<br />
====Current Members of the Roman Curia====<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Holder<br />
!Took Office<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat of State<br />
|Cardinal Secretary of State Perseus<br />
|29 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat for the Economy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|29 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Clergy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Quarox<br />
|29 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Communication<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Perseus<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Far East<br />
|Archbishop Prefect Kuzok<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite<br />
|Archbishop Prefect TNTBlake<br />
|11 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Bishops<br />
|Archbishop Prefect Randov<br />
|7 March 2024 <br />
|-<br />
|Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Perseus<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Vatican Apostolic Archives<br />
|Cardinal Archivist Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Vatican Apostolic Library<br />
|Cardinal Librarian Awuzup<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Pontifical Guard<br />
|Colonel Arcanum_Maximum<br />
|11 December 2023<br />
|}</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church&diff=240831Aurora:Holy Catholic Church2024-05-13T00:31:44Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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|<div><br />
{| border="0" cellpadding="4" cellspacing="0" style="float:right; margin:0 0 0 0; width:100%; background:; border-collapse:collapse; vertical-align: middle"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:200%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Holy Catholic Church</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:150%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Ecclesia Catholica</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
{{!}} colspan="2" style="text-align:center;background-color:#;" {{!}}<br />
[[File:Keys.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Information</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Classification'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Christian<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Scripture'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| Bible<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Theology'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Comprehensive Christian theology<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Polity'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Episcopal <br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Dioceses'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Archdioceses: 6<br />
Dioceses: 12<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Parishes'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 120 approx.<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Region'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Worldwide<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Language'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Ecclesiastical Latin and native languages<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Liturgy'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Adapted<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Founded'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| February 10th, 2020<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Members'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 450 (5/8/24)<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Leadership</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Pope'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Cardinals'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| BernardAlbani, PerseusV, Awuzup, Quarox777, Kuzok<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Laws</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Canon Law'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| https://shorturl.at/nKLU4<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
|}</div><br />
|}<br />
<br />
The '''Catholic Church''', also referred to as the '''Holy Catholic Church''', is the largest organized church on EarthMC with over 450 faithful Christians across the server. Established on February 10th, 2020, the Holy Catholic Church is the oldest and only global institution on the server having served the community on both Terra Nova and Terra Aurora. The Church attempts to emulate the Christian unity that has been lost in the real world by housing Christians from all sects and denominations including Catholic, Orthodox, and various Protestant players. These players combine to form 18 dioceses and roughly 120 parishes that actively contribute to their communities by harboring new players and combatting toxicity.<br />
<br />
The Holy Catholic Church is led by the Roman Pontiff, or Pope, who serves as the Bishop of Rome and the supreme sovereign of the Papal States. <br />
<br />
The Holy See, led by the Pope, serves as the central governing authority for the Church. Within the Holy See, the Roman Curia oversees the administrative functions of the Church through its numerous congregations and dicasteries. The specific rules and guidelines for the Church’s operations are outlined in the Holy Canonical Law.<br />
<br />
==Mission==<br />
<br />
The core spiritual beliefs of the Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC are based on the real Roman Catholic Church with recognition and accommodation given to the differing beliefs held by those of other Christian denominations. The Holy Catholic Church does not assume any real spiritual authority. In EMC Canon Law, the mission of Holy Catholic Church is described as follows:<br />
<br />
'''1.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC does not exist to function as a roleplay group, but rather to serve as a welcoming community for the Christian playerbase of the server. <br />
<br />
'''2.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall provide refuge to all players who find themselves in a state of mental distress in an effort to give guidance to vulnerable players in what is sometimes seen as an apathetic community.<br />
<br />
'''3.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall assist players on EarthMC who find themselves without the necessary materials to provide for themselves on the server.<br />
<br />
'''4.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall inspire the greater EarthMC community to adopt the values of Christianity. <br />
<br />
'''5.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall strive to achieve peace in all regions of the server and ensure proper justice is served to those who wish to create unwarranted conflict. <br />
<br />
'''6.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC shall remind the Christian players of the server of their real life and that, even in virtual communities, Christians must abide by the teachings of Christ and His Church. Love and compassion trump hate and wrath. The Christians of EarthMC should speak out against heresy on the server in defense of their faith and spread the gospel of Christ, but the Church does not intend to preach the real canonical religious stances or laws of the Roman Catholic Church.<br />
<br />
==Organization==<br />
<br />
The hierarchy and structure of the Holy Catholic Church is based on that of the real Roman Catholic Church with adaptations made to fit the needs of the player base on EarthMC. The clergy on EarthMC has been simplified down to two levels: the episcopate, composed of bishops who hold jurisdiction over a geographic area called a diocese; and the presbyterate, composed of priests ordained by bishops and who work in local dioceses or religious orders. The Church is led by the Pope, or the bishop of Rome, whose jurisdiction is called the Holy See. There are many other holy orders, martial orders, and religious institutes under the Church which collectively provide the faithful members of the Church with the opportunities to pursue diverse playstyles on the server and serve to advance the Church in her mission on the server. <br />
<br />
===Papacy===<br />
<br />
The '''Pope''', also referred to as the '''supreme pontiff''', is the bishop of Rome and leader of the global Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC. There have been four popes throughout the history of the Church on EarthMC with the current one, Pope Pius XIII, having served since his election on July 27th, 2024. All popes are elected through a papal conclave hosted in Rome where the College of Cardinals vote on the next bishop of Rome.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Pope Alexander IX (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 3 March 2020<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Benedict XVII (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|11 April 2020 - 4 July 2022<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[[File:Popeclementportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Clement XV<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|10 July 2022 - 16 July 2023<br />
(1 year)<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|[[File:Popepiusportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Pius XIII<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|27 July 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===College of Cardinals===<br />
<br />
The '''College of Cardinals''' is the body of all cardinals of the Holy Catholic Church who are responsible for conducting the affairs of the Holy See by assisting the Pope in the general administration and governance of the Church. The members of the College of Cardinals are responsible for voting on policy and doctrine relating to the operation and function of the Church which, after receiving a majority vote, will then be presented to the Pope for consideration. Throughout the history of the Church, there have been fourteen total cardinals.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Cardinal Aleksey Smirnov (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 February 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 day)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
3 March 2020 - 26 September 2020<br />
(6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Angelo Cardinalis de Medici (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 11 April 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Bernard2_(1).png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Bernard Albani<br />
|Terra Nova & <br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 July 2022 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(2 years, 5 months)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
17 December 2023 - present<br />
<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Kyse1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Alastair Kyse<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 26 August 2022<br />
(2 years, 6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Louis3.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Louis Raphael<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 14 June 2021<br />
(1 year, 4 months)<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|[[File:Cyrzek1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Stefan Cyrzek (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|26 September 2020 - 22 October 2021<br />
(1 year, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|[[File:Karnakus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Karnakus<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|30 June 2021 - 27 July 2023<br />
(elected Pope) (2 years, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|[[File:Murphy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Murphy<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|16 November 2021 - 11 February 2024<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|[[File:Swrhitzy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Swrhitzy (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|15 November 2021 - 3 February 2022<br />
(3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|[[File:Collor1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Fernando Collor (†)<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|23 May 2022 - 15 December 2023<br />
(1 year, 7 months)<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|[[File:Kuzok2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Kuzok<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 August 2022 - 12 May 2024<br />
(1 year, 9 months)<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|[[File:Perseus2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Perseus<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|16 May 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|[[File:Awuzup2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 September 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|[[File:Quarox2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Quarox<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|11 February 2024 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===Roman Curia===<br />
<br />
The '''Roman Curia''' of EarthMC comprises the administrative institutions of the Holy See and central body through which the day-to-day affairs of the Holy Catholic Church and the Papal States are conducted on behalf of the Pope.<br />
<br />
====Current Members of the Roman Curia====<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Holder<br />
!Took Office<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat of State<br />
|Cardinal Secretary of State Perseus<br />
|29 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat for the Economy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|29 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Clergy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Quarox<br />
|29 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Communication<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Perseus<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Far East<br />
|Archbishop Prefect Kuzok<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite<br />
|Archbishop Prefect TNTBlake<br />
|11 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Bishops<br />
|Archbishop Prefect Randov<br />
|7 March 2024 <br />
|-<br />
|Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Perseus<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Vatican Apostolic Archives<br />
|Cardinal Archivist Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Vatican Apostolic Library<br />
|Cardinal Librarian Awuzup<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Pontifical Guard<br />
|Colonel Arcanum_Maximum<br />
|11 December 2023<br />
|}<br />
<br />
====Offices in the Roman Curia====<br />
The Roman Curia consists of the following departments: Secretariat of State, Secretariat for the Economy, Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, Congregation for the Clergy, Dicastery for Communication, Dicastery for the Far East, Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite, and the Dicastery for Bishops. The Roman Curia also houses the Papal Household, Vatican Apostolic Archives and Library, and the Pontifical Guard.<br />
<br />
=====Secretariat of State=====<br />
<br />
The Secretariat of State is responsible for handling the foreign affairs of the Holy See and represents the Holy See in all matters of diplomacy and negotiation.<br />
<br />
<br />
The Secretariat of State shall be led and managed by the Cardinal Secretary of State.<br />
The Secretariat of State shall consist of a number of apostolic nuncios who shall serve under the Cardinal Secretary of State and at the pleasure of the Pope.</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church&diff=240830Aurora:Holy Catholic Church2024-05-13T00:31:24Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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|-<br />
|<div><br />
{| border="0" cellpadding="4" cellspacing="0" style="float:right; margin:0 0 0 0; width:100%; background:; border-collapse:collapse; vertical-align: middle"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:200%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Holy Catholic Church</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:150%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Ecclesia Catholica</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
{{!}} colspan="2" style="text-align:center;background-color:#;" {{!}}<br />
[[File:Keys.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Information</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Classification'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Christian<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Scripture'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| Bible<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Theology'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Comprehensive Christian theology<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Polity'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Episcopal <br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Dioceses'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Archdioceses: 6<br />
Dioceses: 12<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Parishes'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 120 approx.<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Region'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Worldwide<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Language'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Ecclesiastical Latin and native languages<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Liturgy'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Adapted<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Founded'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| February 10th, 2020<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Members'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 450 (5/8/24)<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Leadership</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Pope'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Cardinals'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| BernardAlbani, PerseusV, Awuzup, Quarox777, Kuzok<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Laws</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Canon Law'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| https://shorturl.at/nKLU4<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
|}</div><br />
|}<br />
<br />
The '''Catholic Church''', also referred to as the '''Holy Catholic Church''', is the largest organized church on EarthMC with over 450 faithful Christians across the server. Established on February 10th, 2020, the Holy Catholic Church is the oldest and only global institution on the server having served the community on both Terra Nova and Terra Aurora. The Church attempts to emulate the Christian unity that has been lost in the real world by housing Christians from all sects and denominations including Catholic, Orthodox, and various Protestant players. These players combine to form 18 dioceses and roughly 120 parishes that actively contribute to their communities by harboring new players and combatting toxicity.<br />
<br />
The Holy Catholic Church is led by the Roman Pontiff, or Pope, who serves as the Bishop of Rome and the supreme sovereign of the Papal States. <br />
<br />
The Holy See, led by the Pope, serves as the central governing authority for the Church. Within the Holy See, the Roman Curia oversees the administrative functions of the Church through its numerous congregations and dicasteries. The specific rules and guidelines for the Church’s operations are outlined in the Holy Canonical Law.<br />
<br />
==Mission==<br />
<br />
The core spiritual beliefs of the Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC are based on the real Roman Catholic Church with recognition and accommodation given to the differing beliefs held by those of other Christian denominations. The Holy Catholic Church does not assume any real spiritual authority. In EMC Canon Law, the mission of Holy Catholic Church is described as follows:<br />
<br />
'''1.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC does not exist to function as a roleplay group, but rather to serve as a welcoming community for the Christian playerbase of the server. <br />
<br />
'''2.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall provide refuge to all players who find themselves in a state of mental distress in an effort to give guidance to vulnerable players in what is sometimes seen as an apathetic community.<br />
<br />
'''3.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall assist players on EarthMC who find themselves without the necessary materials to provide for themselves on the server.<br />
<br />
'''4.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall inspire the greater EarthMC community to adopt the values of Christianity. <br />
<br />
'''5.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall strive to achieve peace in all regions of the server and ensure proper justice is served to those who wish to create unwarranted conflict. <br />
<br />
'''6.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC shall remind the Christian players of the server of their real life and that, even in virtual communities, Christians must abide by the teachings of Christ and His Church. Love and compassion trump hate and wrath. The Christians of EarthMC should speak out against heresy on the server in defense of their faith and spread the gospel of Christ, but the Church does not intend to preach the real canonical religious stances or laws of the Roman Catholic Church.<br />
<br />
==Organization==<br />
<br />
The hierarchy and structure of the Holy Catholic Church is based on that of the real Roman Catholic Church with adaptations made to fit the needs of the player base on EarthMC. The clergy on EarthMC has been simplified down to two levels: the episcopate, composed of bishops who hold jurisdiction over a geographic area called a diocese; and the presbyterate, composed of priests ordained by bishops and who work in local dioceses or religious orders. The Church is led by the Pope, or the bishop of Rome, whose jurisdiction is called the Holy See. There are many other holy orders, martial orders, and religious institutes under the Church which collectively provide the faithful members of the Church with the opportunities to pursue diverse playstyles on the server and serve to advance the Church in her mission on the server. <br />
<br />
===Papacy===<br />
<br />
The '''Pope''', also referred to as the '''supreme pontiff''', is the bishop of Rome and leader of the global Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC. There have been four popes throughout the history of the Church on EarthMC with the current one, Pope Pius XIII, having served since his election on July 27th, 2024. All popes are elected through a papal conclave hosted in Rome where the College of Cardinals vote on the next bishop of Rome.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Pope Alexander IX (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 3 March 2020<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Benedict XVII (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|11 April 2020 - 4 July 2022<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[[File:Popeclementportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Clement XV<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|10 July 2022 - 16 July 2023<br />
(1 year)<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|[[File:Popepiusportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Pius XIII<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|27 July 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===College of Cardinals===<br />
<br />
The '''College of Cardinals''' is the body of all cardinals of the Holy Catholic Church who are responsible for conducting the affairs of the Holy See by assisting the Pope in the general administration and governance of the Church. The members of the College of Cardinals are responsible for voting on policy and doctrine relating to the operation and function of the Church which, after receiving a majority vote, will then be presented to the Pope for consideration. Throughout the history of the Church, there have been fourteen total cardinals.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Cardinal Aleksey Smirnov (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 February 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 day)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
3 March 2020 - 26 September 2020<br />
(6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Angelo Cardinalis de Medici (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 11 April 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Bernard2_(1).png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Bernard Albani<br />
|Terra Nova & <br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 July 2022 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(2 years, 5 months)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
17 December 2023 - present<br />
<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Kyse1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Alastair Kyse<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 26 August 2022<br />
(2 years, 6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Louis3.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Louis Raphael<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 14 June 2021<br />
(1 year, 4 months)<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|[[File:Cyrzek1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Stefan Cyrzek (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|26 September 2020 - 22 October 2021<br />
(1 year, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|[[File:Karnakus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Karnakus<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|30 June 2021 - 27 July 2023<br />
(elected Pope) (2 years, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|[[File:Murphy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Murphy<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|16 November 2021 - 11 February 2024<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|[[File:Swrhitzy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Swrhitzy (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|15 November 2021 - 3 February 2022<br />
(3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|[[File:Collor1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Fernando Collor (†)<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|23 May 2022 - 15 December 2023<br />
(1 year, 7 months)<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|[[File:Kuzok2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Kuzok<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 August 2022 - 12 May 2024<br />
(1 year, 9 months)<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|[[File:Perseus2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Perseus<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|16 May 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|[[File:Awuzup2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 September 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|[[File:Quarox2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Quarox<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|11 February 2024 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===Roman Curia===<br />
<br />
The '''Roman Curia''' of EarthMC comprises the administrative institutions of the Holy See and central body through which the day-to-day affairs of the Holy Catholic Church and the Papal States are conducted on behalf of the Pope.<br />
<br />
====Current Members of the Roman Curia====<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Holder<br />
!Took Office<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat of State<br />
|Cardinal Secretary of State Perseus<br />
|29 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat for the Economy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|29 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Clergy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Quarox<br />
|29 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Communication<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Perseus<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Far East<br />
|Archbishop Prefect Kuzok<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite<br />
|Archbishop Prefect TNTBlake<br />
|11 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Bishops<br />
|Archbishop Prefect Randov<br />
|7 March 2024 <br />
|-<br />
|Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Perseus<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Vatican Apostolic Archives<br />
|Cardinal Archivist Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Vatican Apostolic Library<br />
|Cardinal Librarian Awuzup<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Pontifical Guard<br />
|Colonel Arcanum_Maximum<br />
|11 December 2023<br />
<br />
====Offices in the Roman Curia====<br />
The Roman Curia consists of the following departments: Secretariat of State, Secretariat for the Economy, Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, Congregation for the Clergy, Dicastery for Communication, Dicastery for the Far East, Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite, and the Dicastery for Bishops. The Roman Curia also houses the Papal Household, Vatican Apostolic Archives and Library, and the Pontifical Guard.<br />
<br />
=====Secretariat of State=====<br />
<br />
The Secretariat of State is responsible for handling the foreign affairs of the Holy See and represents the Holy See in all matters of diplomacy and negotiation.<br />
<br />
<br />
The Secretariat of State shall be led and managed by the Cardinal Secretary of State.<br />
The Secretariat of State shall consist of a number of apostolic nuncios who shall serve under the Cardinal Secretary of State and at the pleasure of the Pope.</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church&diff=240829Aurora:Holy Catholic Church2024-05-13T00:31:00Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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|<div><br />
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! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:200%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Holy Catholic Church</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:150%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Ecclesia Catholica</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
{{!}} colspan="2" style="text-align:center;background-color:#;" {{!}}<br />
[[File:Keys.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Information</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Classification'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Christian<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Scripture'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| Bible<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Theology'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Comprehensive Christian theology<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Polity'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Episcopal <br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Dioceses'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Archdioceses: 6<br />
Dioceses: 12<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Parishes'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 120 approx.<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Region'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Worldwide<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Language'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Ecclesiastical Latin and native languages<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Liturgy'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Adapted<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Founded'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| February 10th, 2020<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Members'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 450 (5/8/24)<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Leadership</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Pope'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Cardinals'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| BernardAlbani, PerseusV, Awuzup, Quarox777, Kuzok<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Laws</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Canon Law'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| https://shorturl.at/nKLU4<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
|}</div><br />
|}<br />
<br />
The '''Catholic Church''', also referred to as the '''Holy Catholic Church''', is the largest organized church on EarthMC with over 450 faithful Christians across the server. Established on February 10th, 2020, the Holy Catholic Church is the oldest and only global institution on the server having served the community on both Terra Nova and Terra Aurora. The Church attempts to emulate the Christian unity that has been lost in the real world by housing Christians from all sects and denominations including Catholic, Orthodox, and various Protestant players. These players combine to form 18 dioceses and roughly 120 parishes that actively contribute to their communities by harboring new players and combatting toxicity.<br />
<br />
The Holy Catholic Church is led by the Roman Pontiff, or Pope, who serves as the Bishop of Rome and the supreme sovereign of the Papal States. <br />
<br />
The Holy See, led by the Pope, serves as the central governing authority for the Church. Within the Holy See, the Roman Curia oversees the administrative functions of the Church through its numerous congregations and dicasteries. The specific rules and guidelines for the Church’s operations are outlined in the Holy Canonical Law.<br />
<br />
==Mission==<br />
<br />
The core spiritual beliefs of the Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC are based on the real Roman Catholic Church with recognition and accommodation given to the differing beliefs held by those of other Christian denominations. The Holy Catholic Church does not assume any real spiritual authority. In EMC Canon Law, the mission of Holy Catholic Church is described as follows:<br />
<br />
'''1.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC does not exist to function as a roleplay group, but rather to serve as a welcoming community for the Christian playerbase of the server. <br />
<br />
'''2.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall provide refuge to all players who find themselves in a state of mental distress in an effort to give guidance to vulnerable players in what is sometimes seen as an apathetic community.<br />
<br />
'''3.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall assist players on EarthMC who find themselves without the necessary materials to provide for themselves on the server.<br />
<br />
'''4.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall inspire the greater EarthMC community to adopt the values of Christianity. <br />
<br />
'''5.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall strive to achieve peace in all regions of the server and ensure proper justice is served to those who wish to create unwarranted conflict. <br />
<br />
'''6.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC shall remind the Christian players of the server of their real life and that, even in virtual communities, Christians must abide by the teachings of Christ and His Church. Love and compassion trump hate and wrath. The Christians of EarthMC should speak out against heresy on the server in defense of their faith and spread the gospel of Christ, but the Church does not intend to preach the real canonical religious stances or laws of the Roman Catholic Church.<br />
<br />
==Organization==<br />
<br />
The hierarchy and structure of the Holy Catholic Church is based on that of the real Roman Catholic Church with adaptations made to fit the needs of the player base on EarthMC. The clergy on EarthMC has been simplified down to two levels: the episcopate, composed of bishops who hold jurisdiction over a geographic area called a diocese; and the presbyterate, composed of priests ordained by bishops and who work in local dioceses or religious orders. The Church is led by the Pope, or the bishop of Rome, whose jurisdiction is called the Holy See. There are many other holy orders, martial orders, and religious institutes under the Church which collectively provide the faithful members of the Church with the opportunities to pursue diverse playstyles on the server and serve to advance the Church in her mission on the server. <br />
<br />
===Papacy===<br />
<br />
The '''Pope''', also referred to as the '''supreme pontiff''', is the bishop of Rome and leader of the global Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC. There have been four popes throughout the history of the Church on EarthMC with the current one, Pope Pius XIII, having served since his election on July 27th, 2024. All popes are elected through a papal conclave hosted in Rome where the College of Cardinals vote on the next bishop of Rome.<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Pope Alexander IX (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 3 March 2020<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Benedict XVII (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|11 April 2020 - 4 July 2022<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[[File:Popeclementportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Clement XV<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|10 July 2022 - 16 July 2023<br />
(1 year)<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|[[File:Popepiusportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Pius XIII<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|27 July 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===College of Cardinals===<br />
<br />
The '''College of Cardinals''' is the body of all cardinals of the Holy Catholic Church who are responsible for conducting the affairs of the Holy See by assisting the Pope in the general administration and governance of the Church. The members of the College of Cardinals are responsible for voting on policy and doctrine relating to the operation and function of the Church which, after receiving a majority vote, will then be presented to the Pope for consideration. Throughout the history of the Church, there have been fourteen total cardinals.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Cardinal Aleksey Smirnov (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 February 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 day)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
3 March 2020 - 26 September 2020<br />
(6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Angelo Cardinalis de Medici (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 11 April 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Bernard2_(1).png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Bernard Albani<br />
|Terra Nova & <br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 July 2022 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(2 years, 5 months)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
17 December 2023 - present<br />
<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Kyse1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Alastair Kyse<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 26 August 2022<br />
(2 years, 6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Louis3.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Louis Raphael<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 14 June 2021<br />
(1 year, 4 months)<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|[[File:Cyrzek1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Stefan Cyrzek (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|26 September 2020 - 22 October 2021<br />
(1 year, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|[[File:Karnakus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Karnakus<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|30 June 2021 - 27 July 2023<br />
(elected Pope) (2 years, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|[[File:Murphy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Murphy<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|16 November 2021 - 11 February 2024<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|[[File:Swrhitzy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Swrhitzy (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|15 November 2021 - 3 February 2022<br />
(3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|[[File:Collor1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Fernando Collor (†)<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|23 May 2022 - 15 December 2023<br />
(1 year, 7 months)<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|[[File:Kuzok2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Kuzok<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 August 2022 - 12 May 2024<br />
(1 year, 9 months)<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|[[File:Perseus2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Perseus<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|16 May 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|[[File:Awuzup2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 September 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|[[File:Quarox2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Quarox<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|11 February 2024 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===Roman Curia===<br />
<br />
The '''Roman Curia''' of EarthMC comprises the administrative institutions of the Holy See and central body through which the day-to-day affairs of the Holy Catholic Church and the Papal States are conducted on behalf of the Pope.<br />
<br />
====Current Members of the Roman Curia====<br />
<br />
<br />
|+<br />
!Office<br />
!Holder<br />
!Took Office<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat of State<br />
|Cardinal Secretary of State Perseus<br />
|29 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Secretariat for the Economy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Awuzup<br />
|29 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Congregation for the Clergy<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Quarox<br />
|29 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Communication<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Perseus<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Far East<br />
|Archbishop Prefect Kuzok<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite<br />
|Archbishop Prefect TNTBlake<br />
|11 February 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Dicastery for Bishops<br />
|Archbishop Prefect Randov<br />
|7 March 2024 <br />
|-<br />
|Prefecture of the Papal Household<br />
|Cardinal Prefect Perseus<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Vatican Apostolic Archives<br />
|Cardinal Archivist Bernard Albani<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Vatican Apostolic Library<br />
|Cardinal Librarian Awuzup<br />
|12 January 2024<br />
|-<br />
|Pontifical Guard<br />
|Colonel Arcanum_Maximum<br />
|11 December 2023<br />
<br />
====Offices in the Roman Curia====<br />
The Roman Curia consists of the following departments: Secretariat of State, Secretariat for the Economy, Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, Congregation for the Clergy, Dicastery for Communication, Dicastery for the Far East, Dicastery for the Orthodox Rite, and the Dicastery for Bishops. The Roman Curia also houses the Papal Household, Vatican Apostolic Archives and Library, and the Pontifical Guard.<br />
<br />
=====Secretariat of State=====<br />
<br />
The Secretariat of State is responsible for handling the foreign affairs of the Holy See and represents the Holy See in all matters of diplomacy and negotiation.<br />
<br />
<br />
The Secretariat of State shall be led and managed by the Cardinal Secretary of State.<br />
The Secretariat of State shall consist of a number of apostolic nuncios who shall serve under the Cardinal Secretary of State and at the pleasure of the Pope.</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church&diff=240828Aurora:Holy Catholic Church2024-05-13T00:19:29Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:200%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Holy Catholic Church</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:150%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Ecclesia Catholica</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
{{!}} colspan="2" style="text-align:center;background-color:#;" {{!}}<br />
[[File:Keys.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Information</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Classification'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Christian<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Scripture'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| Bible<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Theology'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Comprehensive Christian theology<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Polity'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Episcopal <br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Dioceses'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Archdioceses: 6<br />
Dioceses: 12<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Parishes'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 120 approx.<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Region'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Worldwide<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Language'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Ecclesiastical Latin and native languages<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Liturgy'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Adapted<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Founded'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| February 10th, 2020<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Members'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 450 (5/8/24)<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Leadership</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Pope'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Cardinals'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| BernardAlbani, PerseusV, Awuzup, Quarox777, Kuzok<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Laws</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Canon Law'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| https://shorturl.at/nKLU4<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
|}</div><br />
|}<br />
<br />
The '''Catholic Church''', also referred to as the '''Holy Catholic Church''', is the largest organized church on EarthMC with over 450 faithful Christians across the server. Established on February 10th, 2020, the Holy Catholic Church is the oldest and only global institution on the server having served the community on both Terra Nova and Terra Aurora. The Church attempts to emulate the Christian unity that has been lost in the real world by housing Christians from all sects and denominations including Catholic, Orthodox, and various Protestant players. These players combine to form 18 dioceses and roughly 120 parishes that actively contribute to their communities by harboring new players and combatting toxicity.<br />
<br />
The Holy Catholic Church is led by the Roman Pontiff, or Pope, who serves as the Bishop of Rome and the supreme sovereign of the Papal States. <br />
<br />
The Holy See, led by the Pope, serves as the central governing authority for the Church. Within the Holy See, the Roman Curia oversees the administrative functions of the Church through its numerous congregations and dicasteries. The specific rules and guidelines for the Church’s operations are outlined in the Holy Canonical Law.<br />
<br />
==Mission==<br />
<br />
The core spiritual beliefs of the Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC are based on the real Roman Catholic Church with recognition and accommodation given to the differing beliefs held by those of other Christian denominations. The Holy Catholic Church does not assume any real spiritual authority. In EMC Canon Law, the mission of Holy Catholic Church is described as follows:<br />
<br />
'''1.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC does not exist to function as a roleplay group, but rather to serve as a welcoming community for the Christian playerbase of the server. <br />
<br />
'''2.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall provide refuge to all players who find themselves in a state of mental distress in an effort to give guidance to vulnerable players in what is sometimes seen as an apathetic community.<br />
<br />
'''3.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall assist players on EarthMC who find themselves without the necessary materials to provide for themselves on the server.<br />
<br />
'''4.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall inspire the greater EarthMC community to adopt the values of Christianity. <br />
<br />
'''5.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall strive to achieve peace in all regions of the server and ensure proper justice is served to those who wish to create unwarranted conflict. <br />
<br />
'''6.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC shall remind the Christian players of the server of their real life and that, even in virtual communities, Christians must abide by the teachings of Christ and His Church. Love and compassion trump hate and wrath. The Christians of EarthMC should speak out against heresy on the server in defense of their faith and spread the gospel of Christ, but the Church does not intend to preach the real canonical religious stances or laws of the Roman Catholic Church.<br />
<br />
==Organization==<br />
<br />
The hierarchy and structure of the Holy Catholic Church is based on that of the real Roman Catholic Church with adaptations made to fit the needs of the player base on EarthMC. The clergy on EarthMC has been simplified down to two levels: the episcopate, composed of bishops who hold jurisdiction over a geographic area called a diocese; and the presbyterate, composed of priests ordained by bishops and who work in local dioceses or religious orders. The Church is led by the Pope, or the bishop of Rome, whose jurisdiction is called the Holy See. There are many other holy orders, martial orders, and religious institutes under the Church which collectively provide the faithful members of the Church with the opportunities to pursue diverse playstyles on the server and serve to advance the Church in her mission on the server. <br />
<br />
===Papacy===<br />
<br />
The '''Pope''', also referred to as the '''supreme pontiff''', is the bishop of Rome and leader of the global Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC. There have been four popes throughout the history of the Church on EarthMC with the current one, Pope Pius XIII, having served since his election on July 27th, 2024. All popes are elected through a papal conclave hosted in Rome where the College of Cardinals vote on the next bishop of Rome.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Pope Alexander IX (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 3 March 2020<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Benedict XVII (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|11 April 2020 - 4 July 2022<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[[File:Popeclementportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Clement XV<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|10 July 2022 - 16 July 2023<br />
(1 year)<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|[[File:Popepiusportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Pius XIII<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|27 July 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===College of Cardinals===<br />
<br />
The '''College of Cardinals''' is the body of all cardinals of the Holy Catholic Church who are responsible for conducting the affairs of the Holy See by assisting the Pope in the general administration and governance of the Church. The members of the College of Cardinals are responsible for voting on policy and doctrine relating to the operation and function of the Church which, after receiving a majority vote, will then be presented to the Pope for consideration. Throughout the history of the Church, there have been fourteen total cardinals.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Cardinal Aleksey Smirnov (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 February 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 day)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
3 March 2020 - 26 September 2020<br />
(6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Angelo Cardinalis de Medici (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 11 April 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Bernard2_(1).png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Bernard Albani<br />
|Terra Nova & <br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 July 2022 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(2 years, 5 months)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
17 December 2023 - present<br />
<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Kyse1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Alastair Kyse<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 26 August 2022<br />
(2 years, 6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Louis3.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Louis Raphael<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 14 June 2021<br />
(1 year, 4 months)<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|[[File:Cyrzek1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Stefan Cyrzek (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|26 September 2020 - 22 October 2021<br />
(1 year, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|[[File:Karnakus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Karnakus<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|30 June 2021 - 27 July 2023<br />
(elected Pope) (2 years, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|[[File:Murphy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Murphy<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|16 November 2021 - 11 February 2024<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|[[File:Swrhitzy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Swrhitzy (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|15 November 2021 - 3 February 2022<br />
(3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|[[File:Collor1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Fernando Collor (†)<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|23 May 2022 - 15 December 2023<br />
(1 year, 7 months)<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|[[File:Kuzok2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Kuzok<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 August 2022 - 12 May 2024<br />
(1 year, 9 months)<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|[[File:Perseus2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Perseus<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|16 May 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|[[File:Awuzup2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 September 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|[[File:Quarox2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Quarox<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|11 February 2024 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
===Roman Curia===<br />
<br />
The '''Roman Curia''' of EarthMC comprises the administrative institutions of the Holy See and central body through which the day-to-day affairs of the Holy Catholic Church and the Papal States are conducted on behalf of the Pope.<br />
<br />
====Offices in the Roman Curia====<br />
The Roman Curia consists of the following departments: Secretariat of State, Secretariat for the Economy, Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, Congregation for the Clergy, Dicastery for Communication, Dicastery for the Far East, Dicastery for the Far East, and the Dicastery for Bishops. The Roman Curia also houses the Papal Household, Vatican Apostolic Archives and Library, and the Pontifical Guard.<br />
<br />
=====Secretariat of State=====<br />
<br />
The Secretariat of State is responsible for handling the foreign affairs of the Holy See and represents the Holy See in all matters of diplomacy and negotiation.<br />
<br />
<br />
The Secretariat of State shall be led and managed by the Cardinal Secretary of State.<br />
The Secretariat of State shall consist of a number of apostolic nuncios who shall serve under the Cardinal Secretary of State and at the pleasure of the Pope.</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church&diff=240827Aurora:Holy Catholic Church2024-05-13T00:12:15Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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|-<br />
|<div><br />
{| border="0" cellpadding="4" cellspacing="0" style="float:right; margin:0 0 0 0; width:100%; background:; border-collapse:collapse; vertical-align: middle"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:200%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Holy Catholic Church</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:150%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Ecclesia Catholica</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
{{!}} colspan="2" style="text-align:center;background-color:#;" {{!}}<br />
[[File:Keys.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Information</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Classification'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Christian<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Scripture'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| Bible<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Theology'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Comprehensive Christian theology<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Polity'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Episcopal <br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Dioceses'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Archdioceses: 6<br />
Dioceses: 12<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Parishes'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 120 approx.<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Region'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Worldwide<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Language'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Ecclesiastical Latin and native languages<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Liturgy'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Adapted<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Founded'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| February 10th, 2020<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Members'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 450 (5/8/24)<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Leadership</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Pope'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Cardinals'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| BernardAlbani, PerseusV, Awuzup, Quarox777, Kuzok<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Laws</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Canon Law'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| https://shorturl.at/nKLU4<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
|}</div><br />
|}<br />
<br />
The '''Catholic Church''', also referred to as the '''Holy Catholic Church''', is the largest organized church on EarthMC with over 450 faithful Christians across the server. Established on February 10th, 2020, the Holy Catholic Church is the oldest and only global institution on the server having served the community on both Terra Nova and Terra Aurora. The Church attempts to emulate the Christian unity that has been lost in the real world by housing Christians from all sects and denominations including Catholic, Orthodox, and various Protestant players. These players combine to form 18 dioceses and roughly 120 parishes that actively contribute to their communities by harboring new players and combatting toxicity.<br />
<br />
The Holy Catholic Church is led by the Roman Pontiff, or Pope, who serves as the Bishop of Rome and the supreme sovereign of the Papal States. <br />
<br />
The Holy See, led by the Pope, serves as the central governing authority for the Church. Within the Holy See, the Roman Curia oversees the administrative functions of the Church through its numerous congregations and dicasteries. The specific rules and guidelines for the Church’s operations are outlined in the Holy Canonical Law.<br />
<br />
==Mission==<br />
<br />
The core spiritual beliefs of the Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC are based on the real Roman Catholic Church with recognition and accommodation given to the differing beliefs held by those of other Christian denominations. The Holy Catholic Church does not assume any real spiritual authority. In EMC Canon Law, the mission of Holy Catholic Church is described as follows:<br />
<br />
'''1.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC does not exist to function as a roleplay group, but rather to serve as a welcoming community for the Christian playerbase of the server. <br />
<br />
'''2.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall provide refuge to all players who find themselves in a state of mental distress in an effort to give guidance to vulnerable players in what is sometimes seen as an apathetic community.<br />
<br />
'''3.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall assist players on EarthMC who find themselves without the necessary materials to provide for themselves on the server.<br />
<br />
'''4.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall inspire the greater EarthMC community to adopt the values of Christianity. <br />
<br />
'''5.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall strive to achieve peace in all regions of the server and ensure proper justice is served to those who wish to create unwarranted conflict. <br />
<br />
'''6.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC shall remind the Christian players of the server of their real life and that, even in virtual communities, Christians must abide by the teachings of Christ and His Church. Love and compassion trump hate and wrath. The Christians of EarthMC should speak out against heresy on the server in defense of their faith and spread the gospel of Christ, but the Church does not intend to preach the real canonical religious stances or laws of the Roman Catholic Church.<br />
<br />
==Organization==<br />
<br />
The hierarchy and structure of the Holy Catholic Church is based on that of the real Roman Catholic Church with adaptations made to fit the needs of the player base on EarthMC. The clergy on EarthMC has been simplified down to two levels: the episcopate, composed of bishops who hold jurisdiction over a geographic area called a diocese; and the presbyterate, composed of priests ordained by bishops and who work in local dioceses or religious orders. The Church is led by the Pope, or the bishop of Rome, whose jurisdiction is called the Holy See. There are many other holy orders, martial orders, and religious institutes under the Church which collectively provide the faithful members of the Church with the opportunities to pursue diverse playstyles on the server and serve to advance the Church in her mission on the server. <br />
<br />
===Papacy===<br />
<br />
The '''Pope''', also referred to as the '''supreme pontiff''', is the bishop of Rome and leader of the global Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC. There have been four popes throughout the history of the Church on EarthMC with the current one, Pope Pius XIII, having served since his election on July 27th, 2024. All popes are elected through a papal conclave hosted in Rome where the College of Cardinals vote on the next bishop of Rome.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Pope Alexander IX (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 3 March 2020<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Benedict XVII (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|11 April 2020 - 4 July 2022<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[[File:Popeclementportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Clement XV<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|10 July 2022 - 16 July 2023<br />
(1 year)<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|[[File:Popepiusportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Pius XIII<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|27 July 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===College of Cardinals===<br />
<br />
The '''College of Cardinals''' is the body of all cardinals of the Holy Catholic Church who are responsible for conducting the affairs of the Holy See by assisting the Pope in the general administration and governance of the Church. The members of the College of Cardinals are responsible for voting on policy and doctrine relating to the operation and function of the Church which, after receiving a majority vote, will then be presented to the Pope for consideration. Throughout the history of the Church, there have been fourteen total cardinals.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Cardinal Aleksey Smirnov (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 February 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 day)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
3 March 2020 - 26 September 2020<br />
(6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Angelo Cardinalis de Medici (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 11 April 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Bernard2_(1).png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Bernard Albani<br />
|Terra Nova & <br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 July 2022 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(2 years, 5 months)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
17 December 2023 - present<br />
<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Kyse1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Alastair Kyse<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 26 August 2022<br />
(2 years, 6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Louis3.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Louis Raphael<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 14 June 2021<br />
(1 year, 4 months)<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|[[File:Cyrzek1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Stefan Cyrzek (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|26 September 2020 - 22 October 2021<br />
(1 year, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|[[File:Karnakus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Karnakus<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|30 June 2021 - 27 July 2023<br />
(elected Pope) (2 years, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|[[File:Murphy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Murphy<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|16 November 2021 - 11 February 2024<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|[[File:Swrhitzy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Swrhitzy (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|15 November 2021 - 3 February 2022<br />
(3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|[[File:Collor1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Fernando Collor (†)<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|23 May 2022 - 15 December 2023<br />
(1 year, 7 months)<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|[[File:Kuzok2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Kuzok<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 August 2022 - 12 May 2024<br />
(1 year, 9 months)<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|[[File:Perseus2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Perseus<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|16 May 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|[[File:Awuzup2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 September 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|[[File:Quarox2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Quarox<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|11 February 2024 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church&diff=240676Aurora:Holy Catholic Church2024-05-09T18:16:26Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:200%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Holy Catholic Church</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:150%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Ecclesia Catholica</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
{{!}} colspan="2" style="text-align:center;background-color:#;" {{!}}<br />
[[File:Keys.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Information</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Classification'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Christian<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Scripture'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| Bible<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Theology'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Comprehensive Christian theology<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Polity'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Episcopal <br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Dioceses'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Archdioceses: 6<br />
Dioceses: 12<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Parishes'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 120 approx.<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Region'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Worldwide<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Language'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Ecclesiastical Latin and native languages<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Liturgy'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Adapted<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Founded'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| February 10th, 2020<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Members'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 450 (5/8/24)<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Leadership</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Pope'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Cardinals'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| BernardAlbani, PerseusV, Awuzup, Quarox777, Kuzok<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Laws</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Canon Law'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| https://shorturl.at/nKLU4<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
|}</div><br />
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The '''Catholic Church''', also referred to as the '''Holy Catholic Church''', is the largest organized church on EarthMC with over 450 faithful Christians across the server. Established on February 10th, 2020, the Holy Catholic Church is the oldest and only global institution on the server having served the community on both Terra Nova and Terra Aurora. The Church attempts to emulate the Christian unity that has been lost in the real world by housing Christians from all sects and denominations including Catholic, Orthodox, and various Protestant players. These players combine to form 18 dioceses and roughly 120 parishes that actively contribute to their communities by harboring new players and combatting toxicity.<br />
<br />
The Holy Catholic Church is led by the Roman Pontiff, or Pope, who serves as the Bishop of Rome and the supreme sovereign of the Papal States. <br />
<br />
The Holy See, led by the Pope, serves as the central governing authority for the Church. Within the Holy See, the Roman Curia oversees the administrative functions of the Church through its numerous congregations and dicasteries. The specific rules and guidelines for the Church’s operations are outlined in the Holy Canonical Law.<br />
<br />
==Mission==<br />
<br />
The core spiritual beliefs of the Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC are based on the real Roman Catholic Church with recognition and accommodation given to the differing beliefs held by those of other Christian denominations. The Holy Catholic Church does not assume any real spiritual authority. In EMC Canon Law, the mission of Holy Catholic Church is described as follows:<br />
<br />
'''1.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC does not exist to function as a roleplay group, but rather to serve as a welcoming community for the Christian playerbase of the server. <br />
<br />
'''2.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall provide refuge to all players who find themselves in a state of mental distress in an effort to give guidance to vulnerable players in what is sometimes seen as an apathetic community.<br />
<br />
'''3.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall assist players on EarthMC who find themselves without the necessary materials to provide for themselves on the server.<br />
<br />
'''4.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall inspire the greater EarthMC community to adopt the values of Christianity. <br />
<br />
'''5.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall strive to achieve peace in all regions of the server and ensure proper justice is served to those who wish to create unwarranted conflict. <br />
<br />
'''6.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC shall remind the Christian players of the server of their real life and that, even in virtual communities, Christians must abide by the teachings of Christ and His Church. Love and compassion trump hate and wrath. The Christians of EarthMC should speak out against heresy on the server in defense of their faith and spread the gospel of Christ, but the Church does not intend to preach the real canonical religious stances or laws of the Roman Catholic Church.<br />
<br />
==Organization==<br />
<br />
The hierarchy and structure of the Holy Catholic Church is based on that of the real Roman Catholic Church with adaptations made to fit the needs of the player base on EarthMC. The clergy on EarthMC has been simplified down to two levels: the episcopate, composed of bishops who hold jurisdiction over a geographic area called a diocese; and the presbyterate, composed of priests ordained by bishops and who work in local dioceses or religious orders. The Church is led by the Pope, or the bishop of Rome, whose jurisdiction is called the Holy See. There are many other holy orders, martial orders, and religious institutes under the Church which collectively provide the faithful members of the Church with the opportunities to pursue diverse playstyles on the server and serve to advance the Church in her mission on the server. <br />
<br />
===Papacy===<br />
<br />
The '''Pope''', also referred to as the '''supreme pontiff''', is the bishop of Rome and leader of the global Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC. There have been four popes throughout the history of the Church on EarthMC with the current one, Pope Pius XIII, having served since his election on July 27th, 2024. All popes are elected through a papal conclave hosted in Rome where the College of Cardinals vote on the next bishop of Rome.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Pope Alexander IX (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 3 March 2020<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Benedict XVII (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|11 April 2020 - 4 July 2022<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[[File:Popeclementportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Clement XV<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|10 July 2022 - 16 July 2023<br />
(1 year)<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|[[File:Popepiusportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Pius XIII<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|27 July 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===College of Cardinals===<br />
<br />
The '''College of Cardinals''' is the body of all cardinals of the Holy Catholic Church who are responsible for conducting the affairs of the Holy See by assisting the Pope in the general administration and governance of the Church. The members of the College of Cardinals are responsible for voting on policy and doctrine relating to the operation and function of the Church which, after receiving a majority vote, will then be presented to the Pope for consideration. Throughout the history of the Church, there have been fourteen total cardinals.<br />
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|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Cardinal Aleksey Smirnov (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 February 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 day)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
3 March 2020 - 26 September 2020<br />
(6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Angelo Cardinalis de Medici (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 11 April 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Bernard2_(1).png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Bernard Albani<br />
|Terra Nova & <br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 July 2022 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(2 years, 5 months)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
17 December 2023 - present<br />
<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Kyse1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Alastair Kyse<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 26 August 2022<br />
(2 years, 6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Louis3.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Louis Raphael<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 14 June 2021<br />
(1 year, 4 months)<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|[[File:Cyrzek1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Stefan Cyrzek (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|26 September 2020 - 22 October 2021<br />
(1 year, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|[[File:Karnakus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Karnakus<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|30 June 2021 - 27 July 2023<br />
(elected Pope) (2 years, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|[[File:Murphy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Murphy<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|16 November 2021 - 11 February 2024<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|[[File:Swrhitzy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Swrhitzy (†)<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|15 November 2021 - 3 February 2022<br />
(3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|[[File:Collor1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Fernando Collor (†)<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|23 May 2022 - 15 December 2023<br />
(1 year, 7 months)<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|[[File:Kuzok2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Kuzok<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 August 2022 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|[[File:Perseus2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Perseus<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|16 May 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|[[File:Awuzup2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 September 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|[[File:Quarox2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Quarox<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|11 February 2024 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church&diff=240666Aurora:Holy Catholic Church2024-05-09T16:01:32Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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{| border="0" cellpadding="4" cellspacing="0" style="float:right; margin:0 0 0 0; width:100%; background:; border-collapse:collapse; vertical-align: middle"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:200%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Holy Catholic Church</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:150%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Ecclesia Catholica</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
{{!}} colspan="2" style="text-align:center;background-color:#;" {{!}}<br />
[[File:Keys.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Information</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Classification'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Christian<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Scripture'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| Bible<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Theology'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Comprehensive Christian theology<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Polity'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Episcopal <br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Dioceses'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Archdioceses: 6<br />
Dioceses: 12<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Parishes'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 120 approx.<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Region'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Worldwide<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Language'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Ecclesiastical Latin and native languages<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Liturgy'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Adapted<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Founded'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| February 10th, 2020<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Members'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 450 (5/8/24)<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Leadership</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Pope'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Cardinals'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| BernardAlbani, PerseusV, Awuzup, Quarox777, Kuzok<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Laws</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Canon Law'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| https://shorturl.at/nKLU4<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
|}</div><br />
|}<br />
<br />
The '''Catholic Church''', also referred to as the '''Holy Catholic Church''', is the largest organized church on EarthMC with over 450 faithful Christians across the server. Established on February 10th, 2020, the Holy Catholic Church is the oldest and only global institution on the server having served the community on both Terra Nova and Terra Aurora. The Church attempts to emulate the Christian unity that has been lost in the real world by housing Christians from all sects and denominations including Catholic, Orthodox, and various Protestant players. These players combine to form 18 dioceses and roughly 120 parishes that actively contribute to their communities by harboring new players and combatting toxicity.<br />
<br />
The Holy Catholic Church is led by the Roman Pontiff, or Pope, who serves as the Bishop of Rome and the supreme sovereign of the Papal States. <br />
<br />
The Holy See, led by the Pope, serves as the central governing authority for the Church. Within the Holy See, the Roman Curia oversees the administrative functions of the Church through its numerous congregations and dicasteries. The specific rules and guidelines for the Church’s operations are outlined in the Holy Canonical Law.<br />
<br />
==Mission==<br />
<br />
The core spiritual beliefs of the Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC are based on the real Roman Catholic Church with recognition and accommodation given to the differing beliefs held by those of other Christian denominations. The Holy Catholic Church does not assume any real spiritual authority. In EMC Canon Law, the mission of Holy Catholic Church is described as follows:<br />
<br />
'''1.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC does not exist to function as a roleplay group, but rather to serve as a welcoming community for the Christian playerbase of the server. <br />
<br />
'''2.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall provide refuge to all players who find themselves in a state of mental distress in an effort to give guidance to vulnerable players in what is sometimes seen as an apathetic community.<br />
<br />
'''3.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall assist players on EarthMC who find themselves without the necessary materials to provide for themselves on the server.<br />
<br />
'''4.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall inspire the greater EarthMC community to adopt the values of Christianity. <br />
<br />
'''5.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall strive to achieve peace in all regions of the server and ensure proper justice is served to those who wish to create unwarranted conflict. <br />
<br />
'''6.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC shall remind the Christian players of the server of their real life and that, even in virtual communities, Christians must abide by the teachings of Christ and His Church. Love and compassion trump hate and wrath. The Christians of EarthMC should speak out against heresy on the server in defense of their faith and spread the gospel of Christ, but the Church does not intend to preach the real canonical religious stances or laws of the Roman Catholic Church.<br />
<br />
==Organization==<br />
<br />
The hierarchy and structure of the Holy Catholic Church is based on that of the real Roman Catholic Church with adaptations made to fit the needs of the player base on EarthMC. The clergy on EarthMC has been simplified down to two levels: the episcopate, composed of bishops who hold jurisdiction over a geographic area called a diocese; and the presbyterate, composed of priests ordained by bishops and who work in local dioceses or religious orders. The Church is led by the Pope, or the bishop of Rome, whose jurisdiction is called the Holy See. There are many other holy orders, martial orders, and religious institutes under the Church which collectively provide the faithful members of the Church with the opportunities to pursue diverse playstyles on the server and serve to advance the Church in her mission on the server. <br />
<br />
===Papacy===<br />
<br />
The '''Pope''', also referred to as the '''supreme pontiff''', is the bishop of Rome and leader of the global Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC. There have been four popes throughout the history of the Church on EarthMC with the current one, Pope Pius XIII, having served since his election on July 27th, 2024. All popes are elected through a papal conclave hosted in Rome where the College of Cardinals vote on the next bishop of Rome.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Pope Alexander IX (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 3 March 2020<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Benedict XVII (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|11 April 2020 - 4 July 2022<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[[File:Popeclementportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Clement XV<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|10 July 2022 - 16 July 2023<br />
(1 year)<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|[[File:Popepiusportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Pius XIII<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|27 July 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===College of Cardinals===<br />
<br />
The '''College of Cardinals''' is the body of all cardinals of the Holy Catholic Church who are responsible for conducting the affairs of the Holy See by assisting the Pope in the general administration and governance of the Church. The members of the College of Cardinals are responsible for voting on policy and doctrine relating to the operation and function of the Church which, after receiving a majority vote, will then be presented to the Pope for consideration. Throughout the history of the Church, there have been fourteen total cardinals.<br />
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|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Cardinal Aleksey Smirnov (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 February 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 day)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
3 March 2020 - 26 September 2020<br />
(6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Angelo Cardinalis de Medici (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 11 April 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Bernard2_(1).png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Bernard Albani<br />
|Terra Nova & <br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 July 2022 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(2 years, 5 months)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
17 December 2023 - present<br />
<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Kyse1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Alastair Kyse<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 26 August 2022<br />
(2 years, 6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Louis3.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Louis Raphael<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 14 June 2021<br />
(1 year, 4 months)<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|[[File:Cyrzek1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Stefan Cyrzek<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|26 September 2020 - 22 October 2021<br />
(1 year, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|[[File:Karnakus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Karnakus<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|30 June 2021 - 27 July 2023<br />
(elected Pope) (2 years, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|[[File:Murphy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Murphy<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|16 November 2021 - 11 February 2024<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|[[File:Swrhitzy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Swrhitzy<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|15 November 2021 - 3 February 2022<br />
(3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|[[File:Collor1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Fernando Collor<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|23 May 2022 - 15 December 2023<br />
(1 year, 7 months)<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|[[File:Kuzok2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Kuzok<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 August 2022 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|[[File:Perseus2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Perseus<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|16 May 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|[[File:Awuzup2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 September 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|[[File:Quarox2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Quarox<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|11 February 2024 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church&diff=240665Aurora:Holy Catholic Church2024-05-09T16:01:02Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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|-<br />
|<div><br />
{| border="0" cellpadding="4" cellspacing="0" style="float:right; margin:0 0 0 0; width:100%; background:; border-collapse:collapse; vertical-align: middle"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:200%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Holy Catholic Church</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:150%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Ecclesia Catholica</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
{{!}} colspan="2" style="text-align:center;background-color:#;" {{!}}<br />
[[File:Keys.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Information</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Classification'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Christian<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Scripture'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| Bible<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Theology'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Comprehensive Christian theology<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Polity'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Episcopal <br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Dioceses'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Archdioceses: 6<br />
Dioceses: 12<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Parishes'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 120 approx.<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Region'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Worldwide<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Language'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Ecclesiastical Latin and native languages<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Liturgy'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Adapted<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Founded'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| February 10th, 2020<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Members'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 450 (5/8/24)<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Leadership</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Pope'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Cardinals'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| BernardAlbani, PerseusV, Awuzup, Quarox777, Kuzok<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Laws</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Canon Law'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| https://shorturl.at/nKLU4<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
|}</div><br />
|}<br />
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The '''Catholic Church''', also referred to as the '''Holy Catholic Church''', is the largest organized church on EarthMC with over 450 faithful Christians across the server. Established on February 10th, 2020, the Holy Catholic Church is the oldest and only global institution on the server having served the community on both Terra Nova and Terra Aurora. The Church attempts to emulate the Christian unity that has been lost in the real world by housing Christians from all sects and denominations including Catholic, Orthodox, and various Protestant players. These players combine to form 18 dioceses and roughly 120 parishes that actively contribute to their communities by harboring new players and combatting toxicity.<br />
<br />
The Holy Catholic Church is led by the Roman Pontiff, or Pope, who serves as the Bishop of Rome and the supreme sovereign of the Papal States. <br />
<br />
The Holy See, led by the Pope, serves as the central governing authority for the Church. Within the Holy See, the Roman Curia oversees the administrative functions of the Church through its numerous congregations and dicasteries. The specific rules and guidelines for the Church’s operations are outlined in the Holy Canonical Law.<br />
<br />
==Mission==<br />
<br />
The core spiritual beliefs of the Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC are based on the real Roman Catholic Church with recognition and accommodation given to the differing beliefs held by those of other Christian denominations. The Holy Catholic Church does not assume any real spiritual authority. In EMC Canon Law, the mission of Holy Catholic Church is described as follows:<br />
<br />
'''1.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC does not exist to function as a roleplay group, but rather to serve as a welcoming community for the Christian playerbase of the server. <br />
<br />
'''2.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall provide refuge to all players who find themselves in a state of mental distress in an effort to give guidance to vulnerable players in what is sometimes seen as an apathetic community.<br />
<br />
'''3.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall assist players on EarthMC who find themselves without the necessary materials to provide for themselves on the server.<br />
<br />
'''4.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall inspire the greater EarthMC community to adopt the values of Christianity. <br />
<br />
'''5.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall strive to achieve peace in all regions of the server and ensure proper justice is served to those who wish to create unwarranted conflict. <br />
<br />
'''6.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC shall remind the Christian players of the server of their real life and that, even in virtual communities, Christians must abide by the teachings of Christ and His Church. Love and compassion trump hate and wrath. The Christians of EarthMC should speak out against heresy on the server in defense of their faith and spread the gospel of Christ, but the Church does not intend to preach the real canonical religious stances or laws of the Roman Catholic Church.<br />
<br />
==Organization==<br />
<br />
The hierarchy and structure of the Holy Catholic Church is based on that of the real Roman Catholic Church with adaptations made to fit the needs of the player base on EarthMC. The clergy on EarthMC has been simplified down to two levels: the episcopate, composed of bishops who hold jurisdiction over a geographic area called a diocese; and the presbyterate, composed of priests ordained by bishops and who work in local dioceses or religious orders. The Church is led by the Pope, or the bishop of Rome, whose jurisdiction is called the Holy See. There are many other holy orders, martial orders, and religious institutes under the Church which collectively provide the faithful members of the Church with the opportunities to pursue diverse playstyles on the server and serve to advance the Church in her mission on the server. <br />
<br />
===Papacy===<br />
<br />
The '''Pope''', also referred to as the '''supreme pontiff''', is the bishop of Rome and leader of the global Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC. There have been four popes throughout the history of the Church on EarthMC with the current one, Pope Pius XIII, having served since his election on July 27th, 2024. All popes are elected through a papal conclave hosted in Rome where the College of Cardinals vote on the next bishop of Rome.<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Pope Alexander IX (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 3 March 2020<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Benedict XVII (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|11 April 2020 - 4 July 2022<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[[File:Popeclementportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Clement XV<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|10 July 2022 - 16 July 2023<br />
(1 year)<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|[[File:Popepiusportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Pius XIII<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|27 July 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
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===College of Cardinals===<br />
<br />
The '''College of Cardinals''' is the body of all cardinals of the Holy Catholic Church who are responsible for conducting the affairs of the Holy See by assisting the Pope in the general administration and governance of the Church. The members of the College of Cardinals are responsible for voting on policy and doctrine relating to the operation and function of the Church which, after receiving a majority vote, will then be presented to the Pope for consideration. Throughout the history of the Church, there have been fourteen total cardinals.<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Cardinal Aleksey Smirnov (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 February 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 day)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
3 March 2020 - 26 September 2020<br />
(6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Angelo Cardinalis de Medici (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 11 April 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[Bernard2_(1).png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Bernard Albani<br />
|Terra Nova & <br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 July 2022 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(2 years, 5 months)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
17 December 2023 - present<br />
<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Kyse1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Alastair Kyse<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 26 August 2022<br />
(2 years, 6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Louis3.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Louis Raphael<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 14 June 2021<br />
(1 year, 4 months)<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|[[File:Cyrzek1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Stefan Cyrzek<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|26 September 2020 - 22 October 2021<br />
(1 year, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|[[File:Karnakus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Karnakus<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|30 June 2021 - 27 July 2023<br />
(elected Pope) (2 years, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|[[File:Murphy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Murphy<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|16 November 2021 - 11 February 2024<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|[[File:Swrhitzy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Swrhitzy<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|15 November 2021 - 3 February 2022<br />
(3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|[[File:Collor1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Fernando Collor<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|23 May 2022 - 15 December 2023<br />
(1 year, 7 months)<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|[[File:Kuzok2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Kuzok<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 August 2022 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|[[File:Perseus2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Perseus<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|16 May 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|[[File:Awuzup2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 September 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|[[File:Quarox2.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Quarox<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|11 February 2024 - present<br />
(active)<br />
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{| border="0" cellpadding="4" cellspacing="0" style="float:right; margin:0 0 0 0; width:100%; background:; border-collapse:collapse; vertical-align: middle"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:200%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Holy Catholic Church</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:150%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Ecclesia Catholica</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
{{!}} colspan="2" style="text-align:center;background-color:#;" {{!}}<br />
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|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Information</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Classification'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Christian<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Scripture'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| Bible<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Theology'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Comprehensive Christian theology<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Polity'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Episcopal <br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Dioceses'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Archdioceses: 6<br />
Dioceses: 12<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Parishes'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 120 approx.<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Region'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Worldwide<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Language'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Ecclesiastical Latin and native languages<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Liturgy'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Adapted<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Founded'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| February 10th, 2020<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Members'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 450 (5/8/24)<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Leadership</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Pope'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Cardinals'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| BernardAlbani, PerseusV, Awuzup, Quarox777, Kuzok<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Laws</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Canon Law'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| https://shorturl.at/nKLU4<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
|}</div><br />
|}<br />
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The '''Catholic Church''', also referred to as the '''Holy Catholic Church''', is the largest organized church on EarthMC with over 450 faithful Christians across the server. Established on February 10th, 2020, the Holy Catholic Church is the oldest and only global institution on the server having served the community on both Terra Nova and Terra Aurora. The Church attempts to emulate the Christian unity that has been lost in the real world by housing Christians from all sects and denominations including Catholic, Orthodox, and various Protestant players. These players combine to form 18 dioceses and roughly 120 parishes that actively contribute to their communities by harboring new players and combatting toxicity.<br />
<br />
The Holy Catholic Church is led by the Roman Pontiff, or Pope, who serves as the Bishop of Rome and the supreme sovereign of the Papal States. <br />
<br />
The Holy See, led by the Pope, serves as the central governing authority for the Church. Within the Holy See, the Roman Curia oversees the administrative functions of the Church through its numerous congregations and dicasteries. The specific rules and guidelines for the Church’s operations are outlined in the Holy Canonical Law.<br />
<br />
==Mission==<br />
<br />
The core spiritual beliefs of the Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC are based on the real Roman Catholic Church with recognition and accommodation given to the differing beliefs held by those of other Christian denominations. The Holy Catholic Church does not assume any real spiritual authority. In EMC Canon Law, the mission of Holy Catholic Church is described as follows:<br />
<br />
'''1.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC does not exist to function as a roleplay group, but rather to serve as a welcoming community for the Christian playerbase of the server. <br />
<br />
'''2.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall provide refuge to all players who find themselves in a state of mental distress in an effort to give guidance to vulnerable players in what is sometimes seen as an apathetic community.<br />
<br />
'''3.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall assist players on EarthMC who find themselves without the necessary materials to provide for themselves on the server.<br />
<br />
'''4.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall inspire the greater EarthMC community to adopt the values of Christianity. <br />
<br />
'''5.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall strive to achieve peace in all regions of the server and ensure proper justice is served to those who wish to create unwarranted conflict. <br />
<br />
'''6.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC shall remind the Christian players of the server of their real life and that, even in virtual communities, Christians must abide by the teachings of Christ and His Church. Love and compassion trump hate and wrath. The Christians of EarthMC should speak out against heresy on the server in defense of their faith and spread the gospel of Christ, but the Church does not intend to preach the real canonical religious stances or laws of the Roman Catholic Church.<br />
<br />
==Organization==<br />
<br />
The hierarchy and structure of the Holy Catholic Church is based on that of the real Roman Catholic Church with adaptations made to fit the needs of the player base on EarthMC. The clergy on EarthMC has been simplified down to two levels: the episcopate, composed of bishops who hold jurisdiction over a geographic area called a diocese; and the presbyterate, composed of priests ordained by bishops and who work in local dioceses or religious orders. The Church is led by the Pope, or the bishop of Rome, whose jurisdiction is called the Holy See. There are many other holy orders, martial orders, and religious institutes under the Church which collectively provide the faithful members of the Church with the opportunities to pursue diverse playstyles on the server and serve to advance the Church in her mission on the server. <br />
<br />
===Papacy===<br />
<br />
The '''Pope''', also referred to as the '''supreme pontiff''', is the bishop of Rome and leader of the global Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC. There have been four popes throughout the history of the Church on EarthMC with the current one, Pope Pius XIII, having served since his election on July 27th, 2024. All popes are elected through a papal conclave hosted in Rome where the College of Cardinals vote on the next bishop of Rome.<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Pope Alexander IX (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 3 March 2020<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Benedict XVII (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|11 April 2020 - 4 July 2022<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[[File:Popeclementportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Clement XV<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|10 July 2022 - 16 July 2023<br />
(1 year)<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|[[File:Popepiusportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Pius XIII<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|27 July 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===College of Cardinals===<br />
<br />
The '''College of Cardinals''' is the body of all cardinals of the Holy Catholic Church who are responsible for conducting the affairs of the Holy See by assisting the Pope in the general administration and governance of the Church. The members of the College of Cardinals are responsible for voting on policy and doctrine relating to the operation and function of the Church which, after receiving a majority vote, will then be presented to the Pope for consideration. Throughout the history of the Church, there have been fourteen total cardinals.<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Cardinal Aleksey Smirnov (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 February 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 day)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
3 March 2020 - 26 September 2020<br />
(6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Angelo Cardinalis de Medici (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 11 April 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Bernard1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Bernard Albani<br />
|Terra Nova & <br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 July 2022 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(2 years, 5 months)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
17 December 2023 - present<br />
<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Kyse1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Alastair Kyse<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 26 August 2022<br />
(2 years, 6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Louis3.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Louis Raphael<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 14 June 2021<br />
(1 year, 4 months)<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|[[File:Cyrzek1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Stefan Cyrzek<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|26 September 2020 - 22 October 2021<br />
(1 year, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|[[File:Karnakus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Karnakus<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|30 June 2021 - 27 July 2023<br />
(elected Pope) (2 years, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|[[File:Murphy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Murphy<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|16 November 2021 - 11 February 2024<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|[[File:Swrhitzy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Swrhitzy<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|15 November 2021 - 3 February 2022<br />
(3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|[[File:Collor1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Fernando Collor<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|23 May 2022 - 15 December 2023<br />
(1 year, 7 months)<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|[[File:Kuzok1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Kuzok<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 August 2022 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|[[File:Perseus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Perseus<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|16 May 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|[[File:Awuzup1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 September 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|[[File:Quarox1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Quarox<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|11 February 2024 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=File:Louis3.png&diff=240658File:Louis3.png2024-05-09T15:56:11Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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|-<br />
|<div><br />
{| border="0" cellpadding="4" cellspacing="0" style="float:right; margin:0 0 0 0; width:100%; background:; border-collapse:collapse; vertical-align: middle"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:200%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Holy Catholic Church</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:150%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Ecclesia Catholica</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
{{!}} colspan="2" style="text-align:center;background-color:#;" {{!}}<br />
[[File:Keys.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Information</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Classification'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Christian<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Scripture'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| Bible<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Theology'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Comprehensive Christian theology<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Polity'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Episcopal <br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Dioceses'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Archdioceses: 6<br />
Dioceses: 12<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Parishes'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 120 approx.<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Region'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Worldwide<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Language'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Ecclesiastical Latin and native languages<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Liturgy'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Adapted<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Founded'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| February 10th, 2020<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Members'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 450 (5/8/24)<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Leadership</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Pope'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Cardinals'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| BernardAlbani, PerseusV, Awuzup, Quarox777, Kuzok<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Laws</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Canon Law'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| https://shorturl.at/nKLU4<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
|}</div><br />
|}<br />
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The '''Catholic Church''', also referred to as the '''Holy Catholic Church''', is the largest organized church on EarthMC with over 450 faithful Christians across the server. Established on February 10th, 2020, the Holy Catholic Church is the oldest and only global institution on the server having served the community on both Terra Nova and Terra Aurora. The Church attempts to emulate the Christian unity that has been lost in the real world by housing Christians from all sects and denominations including Catholic, Orthodox, and various Protestant players. These players combine to form 18 dioceses and roughly 120 parishes that actively contribute to their communities by harboring new players and combatting toxicity.<br />
<br />
The Holy Catholic Church is led by the Roman Pontiff, or Pope, who serves as the Bishop of Rome and the supreme sovereign of the Papal States. <br />
<br />
The Holy See, led by the Pope, serves as the central governing authority for the Church. Within the Holy See, the Roman Curia oversees the administrative functions of the Church through its numerous congregations and dicasteries. The specific rules and guidelines for the Church’s operations are outlined in the Holy Canonical Law.<br />
<br />
==Mission==<br />
<br />
The core spiritual beliefs of the Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC are based on the real Roman Catholic Church with recognition and accommodation given to the differing beliefs held by those of other Christian denominations. The Holy Catholic Church does not assume any real spiritual authority. In EMC Canon Law, the mission of Holy Catholic Church is described as follows:<br />
<br />
'''1.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC does not exist to function as a roleplay group, but rather to serve as a welcoming community for the Christian playerbase of the server. <br />
<br />
'''2.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall provide refuge to all players who find themselves in a state of mental distress in an effort to give guidance to vulnerable players in what is sometimes seen as an apathetic community.<br />
<br />
'''3.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall assist players on EarthMC who find themselves without the necessary materials to provide for themselves on the server.<br />
<br />
'''4.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall inspire the greater EarthMC community to adopt the values of Christianity. <br />
<br />
'''5.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall strive to achieve peace in all regions of the server and ensure proper justice is served to those who wish to create unwarranted conflict. <br />
<br />
'''6.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC shall remind the Christian players of the server of their real life and that, even in virtual communities, Christians must abide by the teachings of Christ and His Church. Love and compassion trump hate and wrath. The Christians of EarthMC should speak out against heresy on the server in defense of their faith and spread the gospel of Christ, but the Church does not intend to preach the real canonical religious stances or laws of the Roman Catholic Church.<br />
<br />
==Organization==<br />
<br />
The hierarchy and structure of the Holy Catholic Church is based on that of the real Roman Catholic Church with adaptations made to fit the needs of the player base on EarthMC. The clergy on EarthMC has been simplified down to two levels: the episcopate, composed of bishops who hold jurisdiction over a geographic area called a diocese; and the presbyterate, composed of priests ordained by bishops and who work in local dioceses or religious orders. The Church is led by the Pope, or the bishop of Rome, whose jurisdiction is called the Holy See. There are many other holy orders, martial orders, and religious institutes under the Church which collectively provide the faithful members of the Church with the opportunities to pursue diverse playstyles on the server and serve to advance the Church in her mission on the server. <br />
<br />
===Papacy===<br />
<br />
The '''Pope''', also referred to as the '''supreme pontiff''', is the bishop of Rome and leader of the global Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC. There have been four popes throughout the history of the Church on EarthMC with the current one, Pope Pius XIII, having served since his election on July 27th, 2024. All popes are elected through a papal conclave hosted in Rome where the College of Cardinals vote on the next bishop of Rome.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Pope Alexander IX (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 3 March 2020<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Benedict XVII (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|11 April 2020 - 4 July 2022<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[[File:Popeclementportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Clement XV<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|10 July 2022 - 16 July 2023<br />
(1 year)<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|[[File:Popepiusportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Pius XIII<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|27 July 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===College of Cardinals===<br />
<br />
The '''College of Cardinals''' is the body of all cardinals of the Holy Catholic Church who are responsible for conducting the affairs of the Holy See by assisting the Pope in the general administration and governance of the Church. The members of the College of Cardinals are responsible for voting on policy and doctrine relating to the operation and function of the Church which, after receiving a majority vote, will then be presented to the Pope for consideration. Throughout the history of the Church, there have been fourteen total cardinals.<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Cardinal Aleksey Smirnov (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 February 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 day)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
3 March 2020 - 26 September 2020<br />
(6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Angelo Cardinalis de Medici (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 11 April 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Bernard1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Bernard Albani<br />
|Terra Nova & <br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 July 2022 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(2 years, 5 months)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
17 December 2023 - present<br />
<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Kyse1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Alastair Kyse<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 26 August 2022<br />
(2 years, 6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Louis1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Louis Raphael<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 14 June 2021<br />
(1 year, 4 months)<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|[[File:Cyrzek1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Stefan Cyrzek<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|26 September 2020 - 22 October 2021<br />
(1 year, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|[[File:Karnakus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Karnakus<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|30 June 2021 - 27 July 2023<br />
(elected Pope) (2 years, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|[[File:Murphy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Murphy<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|16 November 2021 - 11 February 2024<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|[[File:Swrhitzy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Swrhitzy<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|15 November 2021 - 3 February 2022<br />
(3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|[[File:Collor1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Fernando Collor<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|23 May 2022 - 15 December 2023<br />
(1 year, 7 months)<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|[[File:Kuzok1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Kuzok<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 August 2022 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|[[File:Perseus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Perseus<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|16 May 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|[[File:Awuzup1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 September 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|[[File:Quarox1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Quarox<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|11 February 2024 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=File:Louis1.png&diff=240656File:Louis1.png2024-05-09T15:52:00Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:200%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Holy Catholic Church</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:150%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Ecclesia Catholica</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
{{!}} colspan="2" style="text-align:center;background-color:#;" {{!}}<br />
[[File:Keys.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Information</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Classification'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Christian<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Scripture'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| Bible<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Theology'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Comprehensive Christian theology<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Polity'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Episcopal <br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Dioceses'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Archdioceses: 6<br />
Dioceses: 12<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Parishes'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 120 approx.<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Region'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Worldwide<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Language'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Ecclesiastical Latin and native languages<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Liturgy'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Adapted<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Founded'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| February 10th, 2020<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Members'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 450 (5/8/24)<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Leadership</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Pope'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Cardinals'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| BernardAlbani, PerseusV, Awuzup, Quarox777, Kuzok<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Laws</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Canon Law'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| https://shorturl.at/nKLU4<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
|}</div><br />
|}<br />
<br />
The '''Catholic Church''', also referred to as the '''Holy Catholic Church''', is the largest organized church on EarthMC with over 450 faithful Christians across the server. Established on February 10th, 2020, the Holy Catholic Church is the oldest and only global institution on the server having served the community on both Terra Nova and Terra Aurora. The Church attempts to emulate the Christian unity that has been lost in the real world by housing Christians from all sects and denominations including Catholic, Orthodox, and various Protestant players. These players combine to form 18 dioceses and roughly 120 parishes that actively contribute to their communities by harboring new players and combatting toxicity.<br />
<br />
The Holy Catholic Church is led by the Roman Pontiff, or Pope, who serves as the Bishop of Rome and the supreme sovereign of the Papal States. <br />
<br />
The Holy See, led by the Pope, serves as the central governing authority for the Church. Within the Holy See, the Roman Curia oversees the administrative functions of the Church through its numerous congregations and dicasteries. The specific rules and guidelines for the Church’s operations are outlined in the Holy Canonical Law.<br />
<br />
==Mission==<br />
<br />
The core spiritual beliefs of the Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC are based on the real Roman Catholic Church with recognition and accommodation given to the differing beliefs held by those of other Christian denominations. The Holy Catholic Church does not assume any real spiritual authority. In EMC Canon Law, the mission of Holy Catholic Church is described as follows:<br />
<br />
'''1.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC does not exist to function as a roleplay group, but rather to serve as a welcoming community for the Christian playerbase of the server. <br />
<br />
'''2.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall provide refuge to all players who find themselves in a state of mental distress in an effort to give guidance to vulnerable players in what is sometimes seen as an apathetic community.<br />
<br />
'''3.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall assist players on EarthMC who find themselves without the necessary materials to provide for themselves on the server.<br />
<br />
'''4.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall inspire the greater EarthMC community to adopt the values of Christianity. <br />
<br />
'''5.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall strive to achieve peace in all regions of the server and ensure proper justice is served to those who wish to create unwarranted conflict. <br />
<br />
'''6.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC shall remind the Christian players of the server of their real life and that, even in virtual communities, Christians must abide by the teachings of Christ and His Church. Love and compassion trump hate and wrath. The Christians of EarthMC should speak out against heresy on the server in defense of their faith and spread the gospel of Christ, but the Church does not intend to preach the real canonical religious stances or laws of the Roman Catholic Church.<br />
<br />
==Organization==<br />
<br />
The hierarchy and structure of the Holy Catholic Church is based on that of the real Roman Catholic Church with adaptations made to fit the needs of the player base on EarthMC. The clergy on EarthMC has been simplified down to two levels: the episcopate, composed of bishops who hold jurisdiction over a geographic area called a diocese; and the presbyterate, composed of priests ordained by bishops and who work in local dioceses or religious orders. The Church is led by the Pope, or the bishop of Rome, whose jurisdiction is called the Holy See. There are many other holy orders, martial orders, and religious institutes under the Church which collectively provide the faithful members of the Church with the opportunities to pursue diverse playstyles on the server and serve to advance the Church in her mission on the server. <br />
<br />
===Papacy===<br />
<br />
The '''Pope''', also referred to as the '''supreme pontiff''', is the bishop of Rome and leader of the global Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC. There have been four popes throughout the history of the Church on EarthMC with the current one, Pope Pius XIII, having served since his election on July 27th, 2024. All popes are elected through a papal conclave hosted in Rome where the College of Cardinals vote on the next bishop of Rome.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Pope Alexander IX (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 3 March 2020<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Benedict XVII (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|11 April 2020 - 4 July 2022<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[[File:Popeclementportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Clement XV<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|10 July 2022 - 16 July 2023<br />
(1 year)<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|[[File:Popepiusportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Pius XIII<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|27 July 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===College of Cardinals===<br />
<br />
The '''College of Cardinals''' is the body of all cardinals of the Holy Catholic Church who are responsible for conducting the affairs of the Holy See by assisting the Pope in the general administration and governance of the Church. The members of the College of Cardinals are responsible for voting on policy and doctrine relating to the operation and function of the Church which, after receiving a majority vote, will then be presented to the Pope for consideration. Throughout the history of the Church, there have been fourteen total cardinals.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Cardinal Aleksey Smirnov (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 February 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 day)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
3 March 2020 - 26 September 2020<br />
(6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Angelo Cardinalis de Medici (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 11 April 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Bernard1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Bernard Albani<br />
|Terra Nova & <br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 July 2022 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(2 years, 5 months)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
17 December 2023 - present<br />
<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Kyse1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Alastair Kyse<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 26 August 2022<br />
(2 years, 6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Louis Raphael<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 14 June 2021<br />
(1 year, 4 months)<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|[[File:Cyrzek1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Stefan Cyrzek<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|26 September 2020 - 22 October 2021<br />
(1 year, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|[[File:Karnakus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Karnakus<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|30 June 2021 - 27 July 2023<br />
(elected Pope) (2 years, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|[[File:Murphy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Murphy<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|16 November 2021 - 11 February 2024<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|[[File:Swrhitzy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Swrhitzy<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|15 November 2021 - 3 February 2022<br />
(3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|[[File:Collor1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Fernando Collor<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|23 May 2022 - 15 December 2023<br />
(1 year, 7 months)<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|[[File:Kuzok1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Kuzok<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 August 2022 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|[[File:Perseus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Perseus<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|16 May 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|[[File:Awuzup1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 September 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|[[File:Quarox1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Quarox<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|11 February 2024 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church&diff=240654Aurora:Holy Catholic Church2024-05-09T14:36:58Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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|-<br />
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|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#0081D6; background:#ffffff; font-size:150%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Ecclesia Catholica</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
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|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Information</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Classification'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Christian<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Scripture'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| Bible<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Theology'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Comprehensive Christian theology<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Polity'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Episcopal <br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Dioceses'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Archdioceses: 6<br />
Dioceses: 12<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Parishes'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 120 approx.<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Region'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Worldwide<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Language'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Ecclesiastical Latin and native languages<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Liturgy'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Adapted<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Founded'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| February 10th, 2020<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Members'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 450 (5/8/24)<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Leadership</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Pope'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Cardinals'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| BernardAlbani, PerseusV, Awuzup, Quarox777, Kuzok<br />
|-<br />
! colspan="2" style="text-align:center; color:#212121; background:#fbdc5a; font-size:100%;" | {{{name|<font color="black">Laws</font>}}}<br />
|- style="text-align:center;"<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Canon Law'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| https://shorturl.at/nKLU4<br />
|-<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
|}</div><br />
|}<br />
<br />
The '''Catholic Church''', also referred to as the '''Holy Catholic Church''', is the largest organized church on EarthMC with over 450 faithful Christians across the server. Established on February 10th, 2020, the Holy Catholic Church is the oldest and only global institution on the server having served the community on both Terra Nova and Terra Aurora. The Church attempts to emulate the Christian unity that has been lost in the real world by housing Christians from all sects and denominations including Catholic, Orthodox, and various Protestant players. These players combine to form 18 dioceses and roughly 120 parishes that actively contribute to their communities by harboring new players and combatting toxicity.<br />
<br />
The Holy Catholic Church is led by the Roman Pontiff, or Pope, who serves as the Bishop of Rome and the supreme sovereign of the Papal States. <br />
<br />
The Holy See, led by the Pope, serves as the central governing authority for the Church. Within the Holy See, the Roman Curia oversees the administrative functions of the Church through its numerous congregations and dicasteries. The specific rules and guidelines for the Church’s operations are outlined in the Holy Canonical Law.<br />
<br />
==Mission==<br />
<br />
The core spiritual beliefs of the Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC are based on the real Roman Catholic Church with recognition and accommodation given to the differing beliefs held by those of other Christian denominations. The Holy Catholic Church does not assume any real spiritual authority. In EMC Canon Law, the mission of Holy Catholic Church is described as follows:<br />
<br />
'''1.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC does not exist to function as a roleplay group, but rather to serve as a welcoming community for the Christian playerbase of the server. <br />
<br />
'''2.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall provide refuge to all players who find themselves in a state of mental distress in an effort to give guidance to vulnerable players in what is sometimes seen as an apathetic community.<br />
<br />
'''3.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall assist players on EarthMC who find themselves without the necessary materials to provide for themselves on the server.<br />
<br />
'''4.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall inspire the greater EarthMC community to adopt the values of Christianity. <br />
<br />
'''5.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall strive to achieve peace in all regions of the server and ensure proper justice is served to those who wish to create unwarranted conflict. <br />
<br />
'''6.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC shall remind the Christian players of the server of their real life and that, even in virtual communities, Christians must abide by the teachings of Christ and His Church. Love and compassion trump hate and wrath. The Christians of EarthMC should speak out against heresy on the server in defense of their faith and spread the gospel of Christ, but the Church does not intend to preach the real canonical religious stances or laws of the Roman Catholic Church.<br />
<br />
==Organization==<br />
<br />
The hierarchy and structure of the Holy Catholic Church is based on that of the real Roman Catholic Church with adaptations made to fit the needs of the player base on EarthMC. The clergy on EarthMC has been simplified down to two levels: the episcopate, composed of bishops who hold jurisdiction over a geographic area called a diocese; and the presbyterate, composed of priests ordained by bishops and who work in local dioceses or religious orders. The Church is led by the Pope, or the bishop of Rome, whose jurisdiction is called the Holy See. There are many other holy orders, martial orders, and religious institutes under the Church which collectively provide the faithful members of the Church with the opportunities to pursue diverse playstyles on the server and serve to advance the Church in her mission on the server. <br />
<br />
===Papacy===<br />
<br />
The '''Pope''', also referred to as the '''supreme pontiff''', is the bishop of Rome and leader of the global Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC. There have been four popes throughout the history of the Church on EarthMC with the current one, Pope Pius XIII, having served since his election on July 27th, 2024. All popes are elected through a papal conclave hosted in Rome where the College of Cardinals vote on the next bishop of Rome.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Pope Alexander IX (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 3 March 2020<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Benedict XVII (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|11 April 2020 - 4 July 2022<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[[File:Popeclementportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Clement XV<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|10 July 2022 - 16 July 2023<br />
(1 year)<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|[[File:Popepiusportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Pius XIII<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|27 July 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===College of Cardinals===<br />
<br />
The '''College of Cardinals''' is the body of all cardinals of the Holy Catholic Church who are responsible for conducting the affairs of the Holy See by assisting the Pope in the general administration and governance of the Church. The members of the College of Cardinals are responsible for voting on policy and doctrine relating to the operation and function of the Church which, after receiving a majority vote, will then be presented to the Pope for consideration. Throughout the history of the Church, there have been fourteen total cardinals.<br />
<br />
{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Cardinal Aleksey Smirnov (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 February 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 day)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
3 March 2020 - 26 September 2020<br />
(6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Angelo Cardinalis de Medici (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 11 April 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Bernard1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Bernard Albani<br />
|Terra Nova & <br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 July 2022 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(2 years, 5 months)<br />
<br />
---<br />
<br />
17 December 2023 - present<br />
<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[File:Kyse1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Alastair Kyse<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 26 August 2022<br />
(2 years, 6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Louis Raphael<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 14 June 2021<br />
(1 year, 4 months)<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|[[File:Cyrzek1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Stefan Cyrzek<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|26 September 2020 - 22 October 2021<br />
(1 year, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|[[File:Karnakus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Karnakus<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|30 June 2021 - 27 July 2023<br />
(elected Pope) (2 years, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|[[File:Murphy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Murphy<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|16 November 2021 - 11 February 2024<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|[[File:Swrhitzy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Swrhitzy<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|15 November 2021 - 3 February 2022<br />
(3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|[[File:Collor1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Fernando Collor<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|23 May 2022 - 15 December 2023<br />
(1 year, 7 months)<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|[[File:Kuzok1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Kuzok<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 August 2022 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|[[File:Perseus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Perseus<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|16 May 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|[[File:Awuzup1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 September 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|[[File:Quarox1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Quarox<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|11 February 2024 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}</div>1062183087137624064https://wiki.earthmc.net/index.php?title=Aurora:Holy_Catholic_Church&diff=240652Aurora:Holy Catholic Church2024-05-09T14:35:58Z<p>1062183087137624064: </p>
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|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}|'''Classification'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{territory|}}}| Christian<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}|'''Scripture'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{ecclesiastical_provinces|}}}| Bible<br />
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| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Theology'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Comprehensive Christian theology<br />
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| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 120 approx.<br />
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| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Region'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Worldwide<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Language'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Ecclesiastical Latin and native languages<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
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| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| Adapted<br />
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| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}|'''Founded'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| February 10th, 2020<br />
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| style="{{#if:{{{metropolitan|}}}| 450 (5/8/24)<br />
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| style="{{#if:{{{sui_iuris_church|}}}| Pius XIII<br />
|- style="border-top: 1px solid #999; border-bottom: 1px solid #999;"<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{/eite|}}}|'''Cardinals'''<br />
| style="{{#if:{{{eite|}}}| BernardAlbani, PerseusV, Awuzup, Quarox777, Kuzok<br />
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| style="{{#if:{{{/sui_iuris_church|}}}|'''Canon Law'''<br />
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The '''Catholic Church''', also referred to as the '''Holy Catholic Church''', is the largest organized church on EarthMC with over 450 faithful Christians across the server. Established on February 10th, 2020, the Holy Catholic Church is the oldest and only global institution on the server having served the community on both Terra Nova and Terra Aurora. The Church attempts to emulate the Christian unity that has been lost in the real world by housing Christians from all sects and denominations including Catholic, Orthodox, and various Protestant players. These players combine to form 18 dioceses and roughly 120 parishes that actively contribute to their communities by harboring new players and combatting toxicity.<br />
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The Holy Catholic Church is led by the Roman Pontiff, or Pope, who serves as the Bishop of Rome and the supreme sovereign of the Papal States. <br />
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The Holy See, led by the Pope, serves as the central governing authority for the Church. Within the Holy See, the Roman Curia oversees the administrative functions of the Church through its numerous congregations and dicasteries. The specific rules and guidelines for the Church’s operations are outlined in the Holy Canonical Law.<br />
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==Mission==<br />
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The core spiritual beliefs of the Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC are based on the real Roman Catholic Church with recognition and accommodation given to the differing beliefs held by those of other Christian denominations. The Holy Catholic Church does not assume any real spiritual authority. In EMC Canon Law, the mission of Holy Catholic Church is described as follows:<br />
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'''1.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC does not exist to function as a roleplay group, but rather to serve as a welcoming community for the Christian playerbase of the server. <br />
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'''2.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall provide refuge to all players who find themselves in a state of mental distress in an effort to give guidance to vulnerable players in what is sometimes seen as an apathetic community.<br />
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'''3.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall assist players on EarthMC who find themselves without the necessary materials to provide for themselves on the server.<br />
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'''4.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall inspire the greater EarthMC community to adopt the values of Christianity. <br />
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'''5.''' The Holy Catholic Church shall strive to achieve peace in all regions of the server and ensure proper justice is served to those who wish to create unwarranted conflict. <br />
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'''6.''' The Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC shall remind the Christian players of the server of their real life and that, even in virtual communities, Christians must abide by the teachings of Christ and His Church. Love and compassion trump hate and wrath. The Christians of EarthMC should speak out against heresy on the server in defense of their faith and spread the gospel of Christ, but the Church does not intend to preach the real canonical religious stances or laws of the Roman Catholic Church.<br />
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==Organization==<br />
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The hierarchy and structure of the Holy Catholic Church is based on that of the real Roman Catholic Church with adaptations made to fit the needs of the player base on EarthMC. The clergy on EarthMC has been simplified down to two levels: the episcopate, composed of bishops who hold jurisdiction over a geographic area called a diocese; and the presbyterate, composed of priests ordained by bishops and who work in local dioceses or religious orders. The Church is led by the Pope, or the bishop of Rome, whose jurisdiction is called the Holy See. There are many other holy orders, martial orders, and religious institutes under the Church which collectively provide the faithful members of the Church with the opportunities to pursue diverse playstyles on the server and serve to advance the Church in her mission on the server. <br />
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===Papacy===<br />
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The '''Pope''', also referred to as the '''supreme pontiff''', is the bishop of Rome and leader of the global Holy Catholic Church on EarthMC. There have been four popes throughout the history of the Church on EarthMC with the current one, Pope Pius XIII, having served since his election on July 27th, 2024. All popes are elected through a papal conclave hosted in Rome where the College of Cardinals vote on the next bishop of Rome.<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Pope Alexander IX (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 3 March 2020<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|2<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Benedict XVII (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|11 April 2020 - 4 July 2022<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|3<br />
|[[File:Popeclementportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Clement XV<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|10 July 2022 - 16 July 2023<br />
(1 year)<br />
|-<br />
|4<br />
|[[File:Popepiusportrait.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Pope Pius XIII<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|27 July 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}<br />
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===College of Cardinals===<br />
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The '''College of Cardinals''' is the body of all cardinals of the Holy Catholic Church who are responsible for conducting the affairs of the Holy See by assisting the Pope in the general administration and governance of the Church. The members of the College of Cardinals are responsible for voting on policy and doctrine relating to the operation and function of the Church which, after receiving a majority vote, will then be presented to the Pope for consideration. Throughout the history of the Church, there have been fourteen total cardinals.<br />
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{| class="wikitable"<br />
|+<br />
!No.<br />
!Image<br />
!Name<br />
!World<br />
!Term<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Popealexanderportrait.png|center|thumb]]<br />
|Cardinal Aleksey Smirnov (†) <br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 February 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 day)<br />
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---<br />
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3 March 2020 - 26 September 2020<br />
(6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[File:Pope Benedict XVII.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Angelo Cardinalis de Medici (†)<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 11 April 2020 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[Bernard1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Bernard Albani<br />
|Terra Nova & <br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 10 July 2022 <br />
(elected Pope)<br />
(2 years, 5 months)<br />
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17 December 2023 - present<br />
<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[Kyse1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Alastair Kyse<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|10 February 2020 - 26 August 2022<br />
(2 years, 6 months)<br />
|-<br />
|1<br />
|[[|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Louis Raphael<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|10 February 2020 - 14 June 2021<br />
(1 year, 4 months)<br />
|-<br />
|6<br />
|[[Cyrzek1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Stefan Cyrzek<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|26 September 2020 - 22 October 2021<br />
(1 year, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|7<br />
|[[Karnakus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Karnakus<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|30 June 2021 - 27 July 2023<br />
(elected Pope) (2 years, 1 month)<br />
|-<br />
|8<br />
|[[Murphy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Murphy<br />
|Terra Nova &<br />
Terra Aurora<br />
|16 November 2021 - 11 February 2024<br />
(2 years, 3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|9<br />
|[[Swrhitzy1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Swrhitzy<br />
|Terra Nova<br />
|15 November 2021 - 3 February 2022<br />
(3 months)<br />
|-<br />
|10<br />
|[[Collor1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Fernando Collor<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|23 May 2022 - 15 December 2023<br />
(1 year, 7 months)<br />
|-<br />
|11<br />
|[[Kuzok1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Kuzok<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 August 2022 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|12<br />
|[[Perseus1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Perseus<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|16 May 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|13<br />
|[[Awuzup1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Awuzup<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|17 September 2023 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|-<br />
|14<br />
|[[Quarox1.png|thumb|center]]<br />
|Cardinal Quarox<br />
|Terra Aurora<br />
|11 February 2024 - present<br />
(active)<br />
|}</div>1062183087137624064