Our Catholic Faith
The National Catholic Church upholds the fullness of Catholic faith and tradition while embracing a contemporary understanding of God's inclusive love. Our beliefs are rooted in Scripture, Tradition, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
Core Catholic Beliefs
We affirm all the ancient creeds of the Church and maintain traditional Catholic doctrine while applying it with pastoral sensitivity to contemporary situations. Our faith is centered on:
- The Trinity: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
- The divinity and humanity of Jesus Christ
- The saving power of Christ's death and resurrection
- The real presence of Christ in the Eucharist
- The communion of saints and the life of grace
The Seven Sacraments
We celebrate all seven sacraments as channels of God's grace:
Scripture and Tradition
We honor both Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition as sources of divine revelation, interpreting them with scholarly insight and pastoral wisdom. Our approach includes:
- Reverent study of Scripture in its historical and cultural context
- Respect for the Church's traditional interpretations
- Openness to contemporary biblical scholarship
- Application of Scripture's wisdom to modern life
"Our Catholic faith calls us to maintain the ancient traditions of the Church while responding to the pastoral needs of today's faithful with understanding and compassion."
- His Beatitude, Patriarch Peter Charles Francis
Our Distinctive Practices
- Traditional Liturgy: We celebrate the ancient liturgy in the vernacular, maintaining Catholic worship while ensuring full participation of the faithful.
- Inclusive Ministry: We welcome all to participate fully in our community, recognizing God's presence in every person's journey of faith.
- Open Communion: We welcome all baptized Christians to receive the Eucharist, recognizing Christ's presence in all who seek Him.
- Pastoral Care: We provide compassionate pastoral care that addresses contemporary needs while maintaining Catholic principles.
Social Teaching
Our social teaching emphasizes:
- The dignity of every human person
- The importance of social justice
- Care for God's creation
- The pursuit of peace and reconciliation
- The common good of all humanity
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Approved By:
✠ Most Reverend Peter Charles Francis, FSSPX, D.D.
Primate of the National Catholic Church
Metropolitan Archbishop of the United States
Patriarch of Utrecht
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