The prevailing assumption that the movement toward the institutionalization of offices in the church and toward treating "the faith" as a body of orthodox doctrine and praxis began as early as the second generation of Christians is referred to as . . .
A) "early Catholicism."
B) "early Protestantism."
C) "Montanism."
D) "Methodism."

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The term "early Catholicism" refers to the early Christian movement towards establishing church institutions and defining orthodox beliefs and practices, which is believed to have started as early as the second generation of Christians. This term contrasts with later developments and differentiates from other movements like Protestantism, Montanism, and Methodism, which emerged in different contexts and periods.

The Prevailing Assumption That the Movement Toward the Institutionalization of Offices