The Apostles’ Creed

The Apostles’ Creed is a statement of Christian faith that is widely used in the Catholic Church and other Christian denominations. It is traditionally attributed to the apostles, although it is likely that it developed over time through the contributions of many different believers. The Creed is often used in liturgical contexts, such as during the celebration of Mass or the recitation of the Rosary.

Here is the text of the Apostles’ Creed:

I believe in God, the Father almighty,
Creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.
He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit
and born of the Virgin Mary.
He suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, died, and was buried.
He descended to the dead.
On the third day he rose again.
He ascended into heaven,
and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy catholic Church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and the life everlasting.
Amen.

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