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Medieval illustration of the ecclesia from the Hortus deliciarum of Herrad of Landsberg (12th century). In ecclesiology, the Christian Church is what different Christian denominations conceive of as being the true body of Christians or the original institution established by Jesus Christ.
Ekklesia (think tank), a British think tank examining the role of religion in public life; Ecclesia College, a four-year Christian work college in Springdale, Arkansas; Ekklesia Project, an ecumenical Christian network to promote a more active and God-centered faith; Ecclesia Athletic Association, a youth athletic program in the United States
The Ekklesia Project seeks "to overcome the dominant cultures limited vision of faith as merely a private or personal matter." [ 2 ] The organization testifies that they share a "common commitment to the Church as Christ's gathered Body", [ 2 ] where communal worship is embodied through service and discipleship.
The ecclesia or ekklesia (Greek: ἐκκλησία) was the citizens' assembly in the Ancient Greek city-state of Sparta. Unlike its more famous counterpart in Athens , the Spartan assembly had limited powers, as it did not debate; citizens could only vote for or against proposals.
In the Philippines, the tradition is called Visita Iglesia. The general practice is to visit seven churches either on Maundy Thursday or Good Friday, and recite the Stations of the Cross . The pious and able would double the number of churches to fourteen, while the infirm and elderly usually visit only one or a handful.
The Diocese of Sulci was an episcopal seat as early as the seventh century. After its decline the bishop of Sulci took up his residence at the village of Tratalias. [3]In 1503, the seat was officially moved to Iglesias but, in 1514, the Diocese was reunited with the Archdiocese of Cagliari.
The Nea Ekklēsia (Medieval Greek: Νέα Ἐκκλησία, "New Church"; known in English as "The Nea") was a church built by Byzantine Emperor Basil I the Macedonian in Constantinople between 876 and 880.
The hills and mountains in Siete Iglesias are very steep, so it sees few human visitors. The park's purpose is conservation and the preservation of natural springs. There are some hiking trails where visitors can camp, hike, and take pictures. The two largest mountains in the park are Siete Igelesias and Pan de Azúcar, or "Sugarloaf."