[RnMomof7]

No, and a cursory glance at this thread will bely that statement -- the Catholics are giving reasons, theological, logical, everything about why we believe in what we believe. This isn't rote learning or following some pastor or his/her interpretation of the Scriptures.

Who is it that decides the meaning and interpretation of scripture for Catholics?

[annalex]

Who is it that decides the meaning and interpretation of scripture for Catholics?

For Cartholics and for all Christians, -- the Chair of St. Peter.

But I [Jesus Christ] have prayed for thee [Simon Peter], that thy faith fail not: and thou, being once converted, confirm thy brethren.

(Luke 22:32)