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Apostolic See

NOUN
pope's jurisdiction
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In late 2017, Zanchetta left Oran to work in the Vatican’s Administration of the Patrimony of the Apostolic See, a financial and accounting office that also manages church properties in Italy.

From Reuters • Feb. 21, 2022

"It is an activity that supports the most needy and ecclesial communities in difficulty who approach the Apostolic See for help."

From Fox News • Dec. 13, 2019

The pope affirmed that it “dishonours the Apostolic See, injures the king’s right, shames the English nation, and endangers the crusade.”

From New York Times • May 21, 2010

He, forgetting the hard words they have hurled against the Apostolic See, will receive them with a heart of affection.

From Time Magazine Archive

Wherefore, we are fully convinced that we see in thee what we desire for the welfare of the said Church, the Apostolic See and the entire Kingdom.

From Saint Bonaventure The Seraphic Doctor Minister-General of the Franciscan Order by Costelloe, Laurence



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