apostolic
/ˌæpəˈstɑlɪk/
adjective
- Relating to the apostles of Jesus Christ or their teachings.
- The bishop gave an apostolic blessing to the congregation.
- Apostolic writings are an important part of Christian scripture.
- The church traces its apostolic origins back to Saint Peter.
- Relating to the Pope or the papal office, especially in the Roman Catholic Church.
- She received an apostolic letter from the Pope on her anniversary.
- The apostolic nuncio represents the Vatican in foreign countries.
- The apostolic constitution outlined new guidelines for the diocese.