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What is the difference between “catholicism” and “catholic”?

In the Apostle's Creed, the term "catholic" is used in describing the reciter's belief: I believe ... in the holy catholic church This creed is used by a wide variety of denominations, and ...
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What does “communion of saints” mean in the Apostle's Creed?

The original text can be found on wikipedia. Near the end of the creed, there is this phrase: I believe in... the communion of saints... What does this exactly mean? I understand that communion ...
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Did the Apostles' Creed originate with the Apostles?

The Apostles' Creed is perhaps the oldest statement of faith in the Christian tradition. Is there any evidence that it was used by Jesus' first followers? If not, when did it originate?