The leader known for establishing the Church of Scotland was John Knox. He was a prominent figure of the Protestant Reformation in Scotland during the 16th century and played a crucial role in the development of Presbyterianism. Knox's efforts led to the establishment of a reformed church structure that emphasized the authority of scripture and the priesthood of all believers. His influence helped shape Scottish religious and political identity.
John Knox was the key figure of the Scottish Reformation of 1560, but Andrew Melville was more influential in actually developing the Presbyterian system of Church government.
John Knox was the key figure of the Scottish Reformation of 1560, but Andrew Melville was more influential in actually developing the Presbyterian system of Church government.
Church of Scotland
Scottish Presbyterians were led by Calvinist leader John Knox. Calvinists were later known as Puritans since they confronted the English monarchs and pressed for church reform.
The largest religion in Scotland is the various Christian denominations. The largest Christian denomination is the Protestant church, represented by the "Church of Scotland" and the smaller "Free Church of Scotland". The Protestant churches are mainly "presbyterian". The other main Christian denomination is the Roman Catholic Church. There are also some Anglicans and Baptists among the Christian denominations. The other religions include Islam, Jewish and Hindu, perhaps around 5% of the population together.
The Church of Scotland, which is Presbyterian in structure; also other presbyterian churches such as the Free Church of Scotland, the United Free Church of Scotland, and other even smaller denominations. They all have a body of elders, known as a kirk session, who oversee the running of the church, and each have responsibility for groups of church members, usually geographical. Another body, variously known as a deacons court or congregational board, is composed of elected deacons and runs the financial and other more mundane aspects of church operation.
The leader of the Iglesia Ni Cristo (Church of Christ) is known as the Executive Minister of the Church.
AnswerArchbishop Philip Aspinall of Brisbane is the current leader (also known as Primate) of the Anglican Church in Australia.
Aragorn, son of Gaemling, united the kingdoms of men and rode to the gates of Mordor. As Frodo neared Mount Doom with the intention of destroying the one Ring, the army of men fought Sauron and his minions at the gates of Mordor. Gimli was a dwarf (sorry, little person), but he fought like a giant. Upon destroying the ring, the army of Sauron fell into the abyss and the day was saved. Thanks be to God.
Saint Margaret is known for promoting religious reform in the Church of Scotland. Saint Margaret is also known for helping the Church of Scotland conform to the same practices as the Vatican.
Several sects of the Christian church, but not all Christians, acknowledge a "Pop":Catholic Church - PopeEastern Orthodox Churches - Pope and Patriarch of AlexandriaOriental Orthodox Churches - Pope of Alexandria
The Church of Scotland was not "started" at the Reformation. It was the pre-existing church, only reformed.That may be but John Knox was given credit for reforming it