The Apostles Creed, Nicene Creed, and Athanasian Creed do not have what in common?

• A. All Protestant denominations accept all three creeds
• B. They originated in the same century
• C. They originated in the same city
• D. They are used in Catholic worship

Answer: (D)

These creeds all express core Christian beliefs, but only two are standard in Catholic worship. The Apostles’ Creed has ancient baptismal roots and is commonly recited in Catholic rites. The Nicene Creed is the usual profession of faith in the Catholic Mass, outlining belief in the Trinity and the person of Christ. The Athanasian Creed, while venerable and doctrinally detailed about Trinity and Christology, is not part of the standard Catholic liturgy today and isn’t routinely used in Catholic worship. So, being used in Catholic worship is not a common feature shared by all three, which is why that option is the best choice.