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Protestantism
Generally associated with the protests against the Catholic Church and its methods, Protestants follow Jesus Christ. One of the early scholars to lead the break from the established church was Martin Luther. If you have questions about anything to do with Protestantism, this is place to ask them.
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Are the United Methodists closer theologically to the Episcopal Church or the Baptist Church?
There are many different kinds of Baptists, ranging from the more liberal in their theology to much more conservative. Generally speaking, the United Methodist Church would probably have more in common theologically with the Episcopal Church than with most Baptist congregations.
PERSONAL ANSWER
I assume the questioner is in the United States, but I can only speak from my own experience here in Australia. In Australia, the Methodist Church and the Presbyterian Church amalgamated to form the Uniting Church [equivalent to United Methodists in America], while the Church of England in Australia was renamed as the Anglican Church [or Episcopal Church in America].
I was a member of the Anglican Church here in Australia [or Episcopal Church in America] but left it and am now a member of a Baptist Church because of the stance of the other churches about Homosexuality. The Bible is against Homosexuality [but don't get me wrong: God is not against homosexuals who have repented.], so the issue of Homosexuality is a Theological Litmus test of whether or not one believes and obeys God. If you disobey or re-interpret God on this issue you will also do it on other theological issues as well.
In Australia, the Uniting Church accepted it, the Anglican Church neither accepted or rejected it but left it up to the individual, while the Baptist Church was definitely against it. Accordingly, to answer the specific question, the United Methodists are closer theologically to the Episcopal Church, but it is only a matter of degree: I would personally recommend people leave both.
Do you follow a certain order in lighting the Advent candles for example left to right?
Not really, the only stipulation is that the Rose candle (the one that appears "pink") is lighted on the third Sunday of Advent.
Are Protestants pluralists inclusivists or exclusivists?
Protestantism is a wide group of people who identify themselves as christians and the only real thing that unites all of them is their opposition to Roman Catholisism, so your answer is all three!
What is the different belief's of a protestant and church of Ireland?
The difference is that catholics believe in humans already dead as saints when the bible clearly states that there is no one saint other than God only and that God forbids having Idols such as the virgen Mary and worship them.
What accreditation should you look for in a seminary?
The first and foremost important thing is do they believe the Scriptures are the word of God and are the final authority in all matters of faith and doctrine...I mean do they really believe it...if not, do not go there....
How was the way Protestantism spread similar to the way things spread through the internet today?
by the right actions
What does the Protestant Church believe?
Defining and setting forth Protestant beliefs in full would take a book. For this purpose,
we'll confine ourselves to setting down the major principles.
1. Only Scripture is the basis of the Christian faith and the church.
2. Only By Grace - we are saved by God's grace alone, and not by any works
3. Only by Faith - it is our faith in God's grace that enables our salvation
4. Only by Christ - salvation comes only through Jesus Christ and not through any other way.
5. Only for God's Glory - this is done for the Glory of God
In other words, the Protestant Church accepts all orthodox Christian Trinitarian doctrine as set out in the Nicene Creed. However, some Protestant Churches accept, to a lesser degree, reason and tradition as well as scripture as the basis for doctrine (eg the Anglican Church). But scripture always takes precedence.
However, the Protestant Church rejects the teachings of Rome in various Roman doctrines. These include:
- Purgatory
- Limbo
- The over veneration of Mary
- Traditions surrounding Mary (eg the identity of her mother, grandparents etc, her perpetual virginal state, her assumption)
- the selling of indulgences
- the infallibility of the pope
- praying to dead saints
- using saints to intercede (Jesus is our only mediator and advocate)
- transubstantiation and the doctrines surrounding the continual sacrifice at the mass
and many others. The Protestant Church believes these have no substance either in scripture or historically and are therefore heretical.
What is a name for a soul in purgatory?
There is no such thing as a "name" for a soul in purgatory. They are just souls in the interim location between heaven and hell, being purified by the flames so that they can get to heaven.
Note: I personally believe that purgatory doesn't exist and that there is only heaven and hell. Jesus is the only way for the suffering is forever, not just temporary.
Roman Catholic AnswerIn Christian theology, there are only two states in which one can end: heaven or hell. There are, however, until the end of the world, three states in which those destined for heaven exist, they are commonly called the Church Militant (members of Christ's Church on earth); the Church Triumphant (the souls in Heaven); and the Church Suffering, which is comprised of the souls detained in purgatory. Please note that purgatory is not so much a place as a state in which God purifies a soul that has died, that is destined for heaven, and is not perfect, as nothing imperfect can enter heaven. This state (or "place" if you will) will cease to exist at the end of the world as everyone will either be in heaven or hell.Can a Bishop close a church when there is no alternative for the parishioners?
Bishops can and do close churches. Many diocese are selling assets to pay abuse claims etc. The Bishop may merge parishes will low attendance. Hope this helps.
How old was Jesus when he started to heal people?
dear friend it is beleived that jesus was aound 30 years old when he started to heal people and thanks for asking the question
Who were the Protestants protesting?
They were "protestant" to many, though not all, of the policies and creeds of Catholic church in general.
Yes. Baptism places an indelible spiritual mark on our soul that cannot be removed. This mark gives us a new permanent configuration to Christ and a specific standing in the Church. It identifies us as an adopted child of God. Therefore in most cases, "once a Catholic, always a Catholic" is true. Because Catholics do not believe in "once saved, always saved" a few Catholics will also freely choose to permanently separate themselves from God through mortal sin and go to hell.
Who did the Protestants say was the head of the church?
Jesus Christ is the King and Head of the Church.
Is being protestant a bad thing?
Not at all. Protestantism is just another sect of Christianity. They reject the notion that divine authority is channeled through one particular human institution or person such as the Roman Catholic pope. Protestants look elsewhere for the authority of their faith. Most of them stress the Bible - the Hebrew Scriptures and the New Testament - as the source and the norm of their teaching. I hope this helps.
Who wrote the hymn It is Well with My Soul?
The Writer of It is well with my soul was Horatio Gates Spafford, you can read about him at: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horatio_Spafford.
Thanks and God bless you.Take care, have a nice day.
It is usually referred to as "Die Godesberger Erklärung [vom 4. April 1939]".
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If you are Catholic can you pray in a Methodist church?
I sure hope you mean "pray"; and yes, you can practice prayer as St. Paul suggests, "without ceasing."
Do Protestants baptize people in Jesus' name or the Father's?
Persons who have placed their trust (for Eternal Life - in Heaven) in Jesus Christ (alone & nothing more) are to be baptized (by emersion) in the name of the Father, the Son (Jesus Christ) & the Holy Ghost (Spirit).
What is the Catholic understanding of the Mass and the protestant criticism of the Mass?
Rightly or wrongly, most Protestants believe that the Catholic interpretation of the mass is a resacrifice. Christ, it is supposed, is sacrificed afresh to put away sin at every mass and it is claimed that only by the continual offering of this sacrifice that sin can be put away. It is important to realize that the mass is not simply the memorial of the sacrifice of Christ made once on the cross, but is itself a sacrifice for sins. In this encyclical letter on "The Mystery and Worship of the Holy Eucharist (1990)", HH Pope John Paul II emphasised again the central concept of the mass, which he considered some priests and laity had neglected. 'The Eucharist', he stated, 'is above all else a sacrifice'.
Many Protestants regard this sacrificial nature of the mass as derogatory to God. They criticise it as something not found in the New Testament scripture nor history. They regard it as counter-scripture:
".....offered one sacrifice for sins for ever..." (Heb. 10:12).
"...By Whose will we are sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once and for all..."(Heb. 10:10).
"For when He died, He died unto sin once and for all..." (Rom. 6:10).
... and many other references.
Protestants criticise the mass because within the scriptures and the early Church writings there is no teaching about the efficacy of the sacrifice of the mass. There is teaching, however, about the Communion service, or Lord's Supper, and about the need to receive by faith the benefits of Christ's death made once upon the cross, but nothing about the need to offer further sacrifices for sins.
What qualities did evangelical religion give to the early American culture?
The Evangelization of the American culture, more prominently known as the Second Great Awakening brought life not only to the religious aspect(through revivalism), but also to many other factors that define an individual particularly in the 1790s- 1860s. Various religious sects had sprouted during the Second Great Awakening, notably the Mormons, Methodists, and Baptists. The Awakening converted the majority of Americans during this period, including the Indians and slaves. Furthermore, many preachers have inspired others to do what they have preached. C.G. Finney inspired the future abolitionist T.D. Weld to revolt peacefully to attain their rights. Religion wasnt the only one that was affected by the 2nd great awakening. Conservatives supported the taxation for the funding of the tax- suppported schools. This was also the time when state colleges, seminaries, and early art schools have sprouted-- a virtual evidence of educational reforms. speaking of reforms, women were notably active to pushforth their propositions for women's rights-- womens suffrage which was advocated by elizabeth cady Stanton. Also, reforms in prison systems have undertaken, some punishments were lighted, while others were exaggerated. While temperance societies saw their birth. But not all of the reforms were successful-- after few years of establishment, utopian societies saw its demise because of its unrealistic views unsuited for the society. Arts, sciences, and literature, that had once been scarce in America, started to become a native occurrence. America started to produce native artists that painted native landscapes. Americans invented things that became popular not only in its nativity, but also throughout the world. More importantly, America produced notable writers, authors, and poets that were recognized throughout the world. The 2nd great awakening gave the American culture something that is original; something that Americans will be proud of.
