The apostolate of the laity

The apostolate of the laity

iStock/Marinela Malcheva The apostolate of the laity is the mystical body of Christ in the world, which means it is comprised of Catholics who have been baptized, who profess their faith in the risen Lord, and who are governed by the pope. These terms may sound heady or intellectual, but actually the way they look when lived out each day is very simple and uncomplicated. To be a member of the apostolate means you accept your vocation as a Cathol…