Byzantine Catholic Church

The Byzantine Catholic Church is a Christian church that follows the Eastern Catholic tradition, reconciling with the Roman Catholic Church while preserving Eastern liturgical practices, theology, and customs. It recognizes the Pope's authority but maintains its own liturgy, icons, and rituals rooted in Byzantine heritage, similar to Eastern Orthodox traditions. These churches emphasize mysticism, sacraments, and community worship, blending Catholic doctrine with Byzantine cultural and spiritual expressions. They emphasize unity with Rome while retaining distinctive Eastern Christian worship and spirituality, serving faithful who appreciate both Catholic doctrine and Byzantine liturgical heritage.