This website aims to visualize the doctrine of the Catholic Church via networks. These data-driven networks will represent relationships that encompass the interconnectedness, dependencies, and interactions between various elements of key church doctrine. Through network analysis, we will illustrate the relationship that both Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition have on church doctrine. The networks presented in this website are in alignment with the teaching of the Catholic Church.
The Catholic Church has a rich doctrine that encompasses beliefs on various theological, moral, and social topics. Specifically, Jesus Christ entrusts The Magisterium of the Catholic Church the teaching authority to proclaim His teachings and guide the faithful. This authority finds its roots in Christ's commission to the apostles, particularly to Peter, whom Jesus declared as the rock upon which He would build His Church: 'And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not prevail against it' (Matthew 16:18). Jesus bestowed upon Peter the keys to the kingdom of heaven, symbolizing his leadership and authority within the Church: 'I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven' (Matthew 16:19). The Magisterium, entrusted to the Pope (with Peter being the first pope) and the bishops in communion with him, bears the solemn responsibility of safeguarding, interpreting, and faithfully passing on the entirety of Catholic doctrine, which encompasses both Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition.
Marvel at the unity of Scripture and Tradition as they converge to unveil the profound reality of the Eucharist. Through the centuries, the Church has guarded this sacred mystery, recognizing in the Eucharist the true body, blood, soul, and divinity of our Lord Jesus Christ. As we approach the altar, let us reflect on Jesus' words: "Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood abides in me, and I in them" (John 6:56). In reverently receiving the Eucharist, we embrace the living presence of Christ, who is the source and summit of our Christian faith. In this network, we plan to explore the Catholic doctrine of Jesus' real presence in the Eucharist.
Doctrine: Eucharist
Marvel at the profound union of Scripture and Tradition as they converge to reveal the sacred reality of invoking the intercession of Saints and Angels. Throughout the ages, the Church has faithfully upheld this practice, recognizing it as a profound expression of our communion with the Mystical Body of Christ. Let us reflect on the words of Scripture that remind us of the living reality of all who are in Christ: "And he is not God of the dead, but of the living; for all live to him" (Luke 20:38). In invoking the Saints, we honor their exemplary lives and seek their prayers, acknowledging their closeness to God and their active participation in the communion of saints. Through this network exploration of Catholic doctrine, we delve into the intercession of Saints and Angels, recognizing them as companions in our spiritual journey who, through their union with Christ, intercede for us before the throne of God.
Doctrine: Communion of Saints
(7) Then came the day of Unleavened Bread, on which the Passover lamb had to be sacrificed. (8) So Jesus sent Peter and John, saying, 'Go and prepare the Passover for us, that we may eat it.' (9) They said to him, 'Where will you have us prepare it?' (10) He said to them, 'Behold, when you have entered the city, a man carrying a jar of water will meet you. Follow him into the house that he enters (11) and tell the master of the house, "The Teacher says to you, Where is the guest room, where I may eat the Passover with my disciples?" (12) And he will show you a large upper room furnished; there prepare it.' (13) And they went and found it just as he had told them, and they prepared the Passover.
(14) And when the hour came, he reclined at table, and the apostles with him. (15) And he said to them, 'I have earnestly desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer. (16) For I tell you I will not eat it until it is fulfilled in the kingdom of God.' (17) And he took a cup, and when he had given thanks he said, 'Take this, and divide it among yourselves. (18) For I tell you that from now on I will not drink of the fruit of the vine until the kingdom of God comes.' (19) And he took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to them, saying, 'This is my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.' (20) And likewise the cup after they had eaten, saying, 'This cup that is poured out for you is the new covenant in my blood.' (21) But behold, the hand of him who betrays me is with me on the table. (22) For the Son of Man goes as it has been determined, but woe to that man by whom he is betrayed!' (23) And they began to question one another, which of them it could be who was going to do this.
- Sacred Scripture Luke 22:7-23 on Eucharist