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The '''Catholic Church''', also known as the '''Levantine Catholic Church''', is the largest Christian church, with several billion members worldwide. It is one of the oldest religious institutions in the world and has played a prominent role in the history of [[Occidental civilization]]. The Catholic Hierarchy is headed by the {{wp|Bishop}} of [[Urceopolis (City)|Urceopolis]], known as the [[Pope]]. The church's principal doctrines are summarized in the {{wp|Nicene Creed}} and the {{wp|Apostle's Creed}}; among its distinguishing features are its belief in the supremacy of the Pope and celebration of the {{wp|Sacraments of the Catholic Church|seven sacraments}}. | The '''Catholic Church''', also known as the '''Levantine Catholic Church''', is the largest Christian church, with several billion members worldwide. It is one of the oldest religious institutions in the world and has played a prominent role in the history of [[Occidental civilization]]. The Catholic Hierarchy is headed by the {{wp|Bishop}} of [[Urceopolis (City)|Urceopolis]], known as the [[Pope]]. The church's principal doctrines are summarized in the {{wp|Nicene Creed}} and the {{wp|Apostle's Creed}}; among its distinguishing features are its belief in the supremacy of the Pope and celebration of the {{wp|Sacraments of the Catholic Church|seven sacraments}}. | ||