Theology in its simplest definition, is that field of study that provides analysis to the

entirety of God along with God’s attributes and His very relationship to any of the creations. It is
not simply ecclesiastical in nature, it treats the truth, system, form, and branch of religion and
divinity. As theology became known to people, St. Anselm who is a notable person, Christian,
scholar, and philosopher of the era provided his own definition such that theology is a ‘faith
seeking understanding’ and referred to it as the main function of Christian theology. For such an
understanding, St. Anselm made way for the theory of ransom in connection to ‘doctrine of
atonement’ which provides for the reason that Jesus’ death paid for the sins of people and hence,
a token for atonement that freed the hostages of Satan. This profound realization is especially
relevant as to the completeness we seek when talking about faith. It for the reason that we
continue to find answers for our so-called beliefs and as Christian believers, understanding the
Word of God is of elevated importance because divine communication has been long established
therefore a fact that God had communicated with us. This also led us to the element that divine
revelation is contained in Scriptures and Traditions, both the oral and written accounts of human
relation with God. Considering the view given by St. Anselm, a basis that Sacred Tradition and
Sacred Scripture consolidated together is the very soul of theology.

Models of Church

a. Church as in Institution- the physical manifestation of the Words of God and has the
clarity and simplicity that provided for the continuous survival of scriptures through the
passing of time.
b. Church as Communion- the acceptance and affirmation of God that forms Christians as
family.
c. Church as Sacrament- it is both the visible and invisible of God’s loving presence to
humanity.
d. Church as Herald- the continuous teachings of the Words of Gods whereby people of
religion gave utmost importance to such.
e. Church as Servant- the social justice empowered in accordance to the teachings of God.
f. Church as Community of Disciples- the full surrender and following of people to the
footsteps of Jesus and have isolated themselves of a particular way of living.

Each model has earned the compliance of God’s wisdom and when manifested in a society, it
provides for unity such that it adheres people therefore, an effect to make the teachings
survive the test of time.

The Resurrection of Jesus Christ is deemed the turning point of affirmation. As He rose
from the dead, people who had doubts of believing His majesty were eventually given a
concrete proof of such divinity. The inhibitions that people held before were ascertained
resulting to the full acceptance of the Word of God and His son. Said affirmation brought
understanding why a church must be built. Given that Jesus Christ had followers even before
the miracle, the Apostles made it their mission to continue and spread the story of Jesus and
the definite course to preach the Word of God as the weight of evidence brought them
inspiration to do so.

The establishment of church ultimately led to the creation of religion solely believing
God. The declaration of Jesus Christ that He was the son of God and was the anointed one to
bring Israel to its climax, had one of His early followers, Paul, to believe that Jesus is indeed
heavenly. Although Paul was not interested in establishing a religion, his belief of Jesus
urged him to deliberately implement the achievements of Jesus from which he had soon built
a foundation. Parts of said implementations, were the participation and application of Jesus’
teachings onto cultural contexts to various places. As Paul understood both the realness and
divinity of Christ, he had manifested these realizations into gospel that was spread and
formed part of Christian theology and in due course became a universal religion recognized
by more and more population.

The Church being comprised of several teachings, differ as time goes by. Certain
denominations of Christianity although adhered to the principal Word of God, were
subsequently formed through the additions of Christian versions promulgated by different
places. The Roman Catholic is deemed as universal and inclusive, embraced the factions
divided by the whole of Christianity. Said official division of Christianity included reasons of
Heresy, Apostacy, and Schism which became rampant upon the widespread repudiation of
people to Christianity. Roman Catholic Church as one of said denominations of Christianity,
vary in terms of the authority by which members follow. The teachings of Christ were placed
on the shoulder of a Pope who leads the Catholic Church and is believed to lead the people
towards the right path to Jesus. The creation of churches was followed by the formation of
Christological Councils which uphold the belief that Jesus is both Divine and Human, He is
the Lord and God. This is one of the examples of ecumenical councils that intends to restore
unity among denominations of churches in the early years. In relation to the present time,
said councils continue their vision and mission while also mediating the differences of
churches.

As the creation of sacred assembly became so known and widespread, monasteries were
definitely carried by the growth of such and by the 6th century, these monasteries were mostly
owned and governed by the Benedictine Order, founded by Benedict. As time progressed,
Benedictine Order was reformed and thus, rules and the way of living were incorporated
adhering to the primary goal of Benedict: labor and self-sufficiency. Considering the
modernization of our world, it is apparent that Benedictine Order has been long incorporated
into our way of life. This is inclusive in countries, churches, education, values, and many
instances which prove that such order is indeed embedded in our lives.