The American Catholic Church in the United States is an Old Catholic Christian denomination. The American Catholic Church, being an Old Catholic denomination largely holds similar theological beliefs and practices of the Roman Church. However like Anglicans, and Old Catholics it is not in communion with it. Along with Anglicans/Episcopalians other Old Catholic denominations the group is regarded as schismatic by the Vatican. The Old Catholic Church is not so much a religious denomination, as a community, part of whose member churches split from the Roman Catholic church in 1870. ... For other uses, see Christian (disambiguation). ... For other senses of this word, see denomination. ... The Old Catholic Church is not so much a religious denomination, as a community, part of whose member churches split from the Roman Catholic church in 1870. ... The term Anglican describes those people and churches following the religious traditions of the Church of England, especially following the Reformation. ... The Old Catholic Church is not so much a religious denomination, as a community, part of whose member churches split from the Roman Catholic church in 1870. ... The term Communion is derived from Latin communio (sharing in common). ... The term Anglican describes those people and churches following the religious traditions of the Church of England, especially following the Reformation. ... This article is about the Episcopal Church in the United States. ... The Old Catholic Church is not so much a religious denomination, as a community, part of whose member churches split from the Roman Catholic church in 1870. ...

The American Catholic Church celebrates all seven sacraments and adheres to essential Catholic doctrine as promulgated by the Second Vatican Council. The Church does not require its priests to be celibate, nor is the priesthood closed to women. Allowing the ordination of women, gays and lesbians along with both married/domestically partnered couples. All members of the clergy are required to support themselves through outside employment; clergy are prohibited from receiving a stipend or fee for their services, although gifts and offerings are permitted. In Christian belief and practice, a sacrament is a rite that mediates divine grace, constituting a sacred mystery. ... The Second Ecumenical Council of the Vatican, or Vatican II, was the twenty-first Ecumenical Council of the Roman Catholic Church. ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ... Celibacy may refer either to being unmarried or to sexual abstinence. ... International recognition Civil unions and Domestic partnerships Recognized in some regions Unregistered co-habitation Recognition debated See also Same-sex marriage Civil union Registered partnership Domestic partnership Timeline of same-sex marriage Listings by country This box:      A domestic partnership is a legal or personal relationship between individuals who live...

While the American Catholic Church shares many theological and moral teachings with the Roman Catholic Church, there are some key differences. The Church teaches that compassion and nonjudgementalism take precedence in regard to more difficult moral questions such as abortion, sexual orientation, divorce and remarriage, birth control, and complex medical issues. The Church rejects what it deems "legalistic moral pronouncements" regarding such issues. It teaches that one's faith in Jesus Christ along with an informed and enlightened conscience, molded on the Gospel principles of truth, justice, compassion and love, should be the ultimate motivating force in one's life. The Church teachs these principles with the individual person in mind and with respect for one's free will and dignity. That if one is living in the spirit of truth, one will be capable in deciding what is moral and what isn't, both in one's personal life and within society as a whole. “Catholic Church” redirects here. ... Sexual orientation refers to the direction of an individuals sexuality, normally conceived of as falling into several significant categories based around the sex or gender that the individual finds attractive. ... For the record label, see Divorce Records. ... For other uses, see Birth control (disambiguation). ... Wikipedia does not yet have an article with this exact name. ... Gospel, from the Old English good tidings is a calque of Greek () used in the New Testament (see Etymology below). ...

This church is fully apostolic, Catholic and it belongs to the family of the Old Catholic churches. It is in consortium with many other Old Catholic and Anglican/Episcopalian Churches. Founded by Reverend Lawrence J. Harms DD on June 13, 1999, the church is based in Frederick, Maryland. Harms leads the church, and holds the title of Presiding Archbishop. Alternate meaning: See Apostle (Mormonism) The Christian Apostles were Jewish men chosen from among the disciples, who were sent forth (as indicated by the Greek word απόστολος apostolos= messenger), by Jesus to preach the Gospel to both Jews and Gentiles, across the... The Old Catholic Church is not so much a religious denomination, as a community, part of whose member churches split from the Roman Catholic church in 1870. ... The Old Catholic Church is not so much a religious denomination, as a community, part of whose member churches split from the Roman Catholic church in 1870. ... The term Anglican describes those people and churches following the religious traditions of the Church of England, especially following the Reformation. ... This article is about the Episcopal Church in the United States. ... is the 164th day of the year (165th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... This article is about the year. ... Location in Maryland Coordinates: , Country United States State Maryland County Frederick Founded 1745 Government  - Mayor William J. Holtzinger (R)  - Board of Alderman Marcia Hall (D) Alan E. Imhoff (R) David P. Koontz (D) Donna K. Ramsburg (D) C. Paul Smith (R) Area  - City  20. ...

External links

• Homepage of the ACCUS
• Article in the Beacon Villager

The American Catholic Church Organization

The American Catholic Church Organization which has no connection to the American Catholic Church was founded by Bishop Harold R Laster Jr the CEO of the corporations known as Platinum Yankee Holy Sacrament Catholic Church Inc, Millionaire Prayer Group PYHS Catholic Church Incorporated, Bishop Harold R Laster Jr Sacrament of Holy Orders and Catholic Church, and the University St Mary Catholic Bible College Seminary and Ordination Council. Bishop Harold R Laster Jr is the first known American to be recorded by the US Secretary of State to wear the title of Pope of the American Catholic Church Organization. The American Catholic Church Organization was founded 4 July 2007 and is known for its depiction of the Queen Virgin Mary Being Condoleezza Rice, classified by the Organization and Corporations as Queen Condoleezza.

Although there are no known independent Catholic organizations under the United States Constitution to name their Pope until 2007 there are many in America that wear the title Cardinal under the power of the Roman Government. In a effort to expand the power of the Church, the US Department Of State Office for Internationional Religious Freedom and the US President has made their presence known in Afaganistan and Sharamel Shake. US Secratary of State and United States Security Advisor Condoleezza Rice and George Bush feels this should make known the proper place of politics in the US Department of State. The American Catholic Church Organization is the first independent Catholic Organization known to operate internationally under the power of the American Government. Many believe this is the first International Catholic sign of American Soverignty.