What is the third mark of the Church meaning the Church is for all people in every time and place?

• A. Apostolic
• B. Catholic
• C. One
• D. Holy

Answer: (B)

Universality is what this item focuses on. The Church is described as Catholic because this mark means it is for all people in every time and place. The word Catholic comes from a Greek word meaning universal or according to the whole, reflecting the Church’s mission to reach every nation and every era, not confined to a single group or era. This idea ties to Jesus’ command to go and make disciples of all nations, emphasizing a mission that crosses borders and generations. The other marks describe different qualities: Apostolic shows that the Church is built on the teaching of the apostles; One points to unity; Holy refers to the holiness given to the Church. So Catholic best embodies the sense of universal reach across all people, everywhere.