[metmom]

As for its treatment of various parts of the Bible, the Catholic is based on the Gospels (not on Paul, as some claim), and the Gospels are the only scripture sitting on the altar. When Pauline Epistles are read, it is read by laymen, and the congregation sits. When the Gospels are read, they are read by ordained individuals (deacons, priests, bishops), and the congregation stands.

Despite the RCC's lip service (forced by the Reformation)that all scripture is "God's word", the Catholic Church (both east and west) doesn't treat all parts of the scriptures equally.

However, this part we have seen as true, even on these threads.

[annalex]

the Catholic Church (both east and west) doesn't treat all parts of the scriptures equally

That is true. Words and deeds of Christ are given greater emphasis than the Epistles that address particular local problems, and the New Testament is seen altogether as clarifying the Old. This is indeed reflected in the litrurgical reading.