Servanthood does not nullify leadership; it defines it. Jesus does not cease to be the Lion of Judah when He becomes the lamblike servant of the church.
John Piper

Vicar Of Christ

Vicar Of Christ

VICAR OF CHRIST

BASIC R.C. BELIEF Vicar means deputy; one who takes another’s place. The pope is called the Vicar of Christ as the Head of the Church on earth.

CHRISTIAN COMMENT In John 14:26, 15:26 and 16:7 we read of the true Vicar of Christ, the Holy Spirit.