Glossary

C

Canon names the scope of authority a text is granted within a community. In this church, canon does not mean universal control, but differentiated reception. Texts are received according to the work they do: some bear Witness to Christ, some train Recognition, and some govern Practice within a freely held Covenant. No text is granted authority beyond its proper Jurisdiction.

D

Discernment names the act of evaluating, distinguishing, or deciding according to a standard. In this church, discernment belongs to personal conscience and limited responsibility, but is never exercised as authority over others.

R

Recognition names the act of perceiving and acknowledging truth, presence, or harm without claiming authority to judge or enforce. It precedes doctrine, evaluation, and decision, and binds no one beyond the responsibility it awakens in the one who recognizes.