People talk also of a parallel magisterium consisting of the theologians.
Because of the great confusion prevailing today concerning the doctrinal authority of the Church and how it is exercised, it is vital that Catholics clarify their thoughts on the subject. We find the basis in Scripture. You are Peter and upon this rock I will build my Church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. Although individuals go astray, therefore, the Church will not. The Fathers of the Church Christian writers of the fist and second centuries show a Church with a hierarchical structure, having power to teach and rule, a bishop being in charge of each community.