Patriarchal Church (Eastern Rite)

Catholic Church (Eastern Rite) is a name for the associated national churches which follow this version of Christianity.

History
It first became prominent in Al'Badara in the ninth century, spreading through most of Northern Majatra and Western Seleya.

Not the Bible Alone
The Eastern Rite churches recognise the authority of the Bible, but not the Bible alone, the traditions and customs of the Church have an equal authority. That is, the Church believes in a 'continuing revelation' which is mediated through the members of it.

Faith And Works
These Churches believe that faith alone is not sufficent for salvation. Its view is that 'good works' are necessary, but not sufficent for salvation.

Universalism
This is the doctrine, that in the end, all shall be saved. It rejects the idea of eternal punishment for sins, which no matter how bad they are, are limited. Gods infinite goodness and justice are such that he would not allow such a disproportionate punishment. Also, as every created being has free will, God allows them at any time to reject sin. In the end even the Devil himself will be saved