Identify and discuss key characteristics of the seven rites of the Catholic Church (i.e., Latin, Byzantine, Alexandrian, Syriac, Armenian, Maronite, and Chaldean).

Represent the concept of multiple traditions but one faith.

Give examples to show the difference between:

• Apostolic or Holy Tradition (e.g., Marian devotion, writings of Church authorities, hierarchy of the Church built on the witness of Peter, the apostles and their successors)
• ecclesial traditions (e.g., language of the mass, Ukrainian traditions within the Byzantine rite, First Nations and Metis smudging and music in Catholic liturgy, Filipino Good Friday cultural practices, Greek Orthodox celebrations).

Express how varying religious expression within the rites of Catholicism are complementary rather than contradictory (e.g., sacramental rituals, expressions of Marian devotion or prayers through the communion of saints).