[FourtySeven]

That's an interesting point, however I believe a distinction must be noted. God promised His Church would never fall into error, however He never promised its members wouldn't fall into error. Indeed, the Church is comprised of people, who are sinners. The historical events you cited didn't change the Church, in a doctrinal way. t led to many falling away from the Church, but ultimately that was the result of human error, not the Church Herself failing.

[FourtySeven]

"t led" should be "They led..."

[klossg]

Very true. Just sometimes make me wonder. I know it has to do with the cross and giving of self and love of everyone, including my enemies ... but, its hard sometimes. Thank God for the Mass and the Eucharist. They make everything else bearable and then some.