There are many similarities and differences between the Protestant, Orthodox and Roman Catholic faiths. Although some of their doctrines have changed since the reformation, there are still teachings that link each belief together.
Firstly, the Protestant, Orthodox and Catholic Churches have six sacraments in common, regardless of the fact that the Orthodox faith refers to them as the Holy Mysteries. These sacraments include: Baptism, Confirmation, Confession, Anointing of the Sick, Eucharist and Marriage. The use and meaning behind many of these sacraments are very similar between each belief. For example, the sacrament of confession is seen as a therapy in each belief, where the priest is a facilitator of a reconciling encounter with God.
The apostolic succession is a topic talked about in all three religions. It is believed that Roman Catholics and Orthodoxy's both talk about how apostolic succession is of a vital importance to their beliefs. However, this idea of success is rejected in the Protestant church.The same applies for the
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Similar to the Orthodox and Protestant church, Roman Catholics express the Eucharist's significance as a 'Holy Sacrifice' of mass, grace and forgiveness. Catholics and Orthodoxy's also believe that Christ is seen in the Eucharist when the Priest calls down the Holy Spirit, and turns the bread and wine, into Christ's body and blood. The Eucharist itself is distributed to all Christian people during a Protestant mass, however, only members of Catholic/Orthodox churches can receive the Eucharist at their masses.The Holy Spirit is something that is discussed frequently within each religion. Orthodoxy's believe that it comes from the Father alone, as seen in the original Nicene Creed. On the other hand, Roman Catholics and Protestants believe that the Holy Spirit comes from the Father and the
Attending a non-denominational church we start out with worship and being free to sing and dance and let our spirits take over. This may come out as someone running around the pews, or on their knees, but while in the Catholic Church the environment was much different. It was a lot more structured and formal in a sense than that of the non-denominational church where I practice my faith. Another difference was the offering, or as the Catholic Church calls it, the Gift. I am use to this concept, but rather than taking Gifts at the beginning of the service they take it at the end; then came communion. This is where you take part in eating the bread and drinking the wine in symbolism of Jesus’ body and blood. This I was also familiar with, but was informed by the couple that I went with that they partake in com...
The major divisions of the Protestantism are Baptist, Presbyterians, Anglicans, Methodist, Lutheranism, Unitarianism, and Quakers (www.encyclopedia.com). Even the very first Protestant Reformers were unable to maintain a unity of faith or purpose. The divisions of Protestantism are just an example of the continued fragmentation of the churches. The tendency towards this divineness is a strength to the Protestantism religion.
Comparison of the Roman Catholic Church and the United Reformed Church All Christian denominations celebrate Holy Communion in some form, although how they do this varies. The two I have chosen to compare are the Roman Catholic Church and the United Reformed Church. In the Roman Catholic Church the act of worship is called Mass. Catholics are expected to attend Mass. Only those who have been Christened and then later confirmed can receive Holy Communion. The Mass consists of six parts as follows : The Foremass consists of the entrance, procession, and chant, which are then followed by the confession, which includes a litany ( Kyrie eleison) and ends with the Gloria.
Being catholic since I was born, I know a lot of the history and traditions of the Catholic Church. I took part in a program called Religious Education at my church from 1st grade to 8th grade and performing my First Communion and Confirmation. I am going to tell a little about each religions tradition behind Communion and how it is done. Then I am going to compare and contrast Communion of the Catholic Church and the Methodist Church. The Communion rituals are similar in how it is performed, but there are a few significant differences.
The world we live in is revolved around the beliefs and religions that individuals practice. Millions of people worship their idea of who God is to them, Christianity and Catholicism are the world’s biggest religions in today’s society with millions of followers who give their life for God. Both Christianity and Catholicism share the same beliefs and traditions, although Catholicism derived from Christianity both religions have their own differences which separates them from being alike.
In the Catholic faith, there are seven sacraments. They are baptism, reconciliation, eucharist, confirmation, matrimony, holy orders and anointing of the sick. This year, the majority of the grade seven students are receiving the sacrament of confirmation. For confirmation, we have been asked to choose a Saint. For my Saint, I chose someone that I look up to. I chose Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton.
Catholics and Protestants share a fair amount of fundamental ideas and concepts from the Christian faith, but there are critical differences which continue to make prominent and contrasting differences between their beliefs and practices. Those differences are just as important in defining the religions today as they were during the Protestant Reformation. In the sixteenth century, the Protestant Reformation began and religious leaders such Luther, Zwingli, Calvin, and others that protested against some of the practices and abuses of the Catholic Church. The protest is actually what spawned the name of Protestantism; the root of the word is Protestantism is “protest.” The main purpose for the protests was to reform the church from within; they saw a need for reformation to eliminate the blatant corruption and the abusive practices, such as “indulgences.” But as the years passed by, it became abundantly clear that their movement was unable to coexist with the Rome Catholic ideology, so those with Protestant beliefs/views broke away and organized their own church hierarchy and structures, this purge from Catholicism and new
Although the Roman Catholic Church and the Eastern Orthodox Church ultimately had more differences which ended up causing their split, they once had quite a few a similarities. The churches shared “many of the same prayers and liturgies” (“Eastern Orthodox”, 2001 para.1). Both the Eastern and Western churches had a difference in opinion in defining and numbering sacraments but they did agree on what the seven major sacraments for their churches should be. They also agreed upon that the male clergy should consist of bishops, priests, and deacons.
While Catholicism and Buddhism both have several similarities, they both also have many differences in beliefs, rituals, and practices. Buddhism is centered mostly on the life and teachings of Siddhartha Guatama, also known as the Buddha, while Catholicism is centered mostly on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.
Similarities and Differences between Christianity, Judaism and Islam. There are many similarities and differences between Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. There are also many differences that separate the three major religions of the world. This paper will delve into all three of these.
The seven formal sacraments play a major role in religion, each have their own divine meaning that was set forth by the Lord. Confirmation is the sacrament in which one seals Baptism, where one is given the gifts and fruits of the Holy Spirit. This is when you make a choice as a follower of God to live your life as a Christian, and to wholeheartedly accept Jesus Christ into your heart.
Although many religions have different sects; which, may share different ideas just like in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. It is evident that these religions believe in one god. The teaching and traditions of each religion make each religion unique in its own way.
Episcopalians go to church every Sunday, and it’s setting and how the service is carried out is as formal as the Catholic Church. Episcopalians go through their liturgies, readings, song and prayer just like Catholics and receive the Eucharist also. Unlike the Catholics they don’t believe in transubstantiation (wine and bread becoming the literal body and blood of Jesus Christ). Episcopalians respect the Eucharist for all it symbolizes (Jesus Christ dying for follower’s sins), but they do not believe it is the actual blood and body of Jesus. Episcopalians receive the Eucharist about every other week (Havens), and kneel down before the cross when they do so. Episcopalians celebrate Seven Sacraments (same as Catholics) which are: Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Anointing of the Sick, Matrimony and Holy Orders (Beaven). The most holy time of the year for them is Lent which leads up to Easter. Another really important time for Epi...
There are many religions today that people worship and adapt into their daily lives are their creed. Some may have a lot of gods, while some only have one god. But three of these religions are considered as the major religion practiced by most people in the world today. Although different in some senses in terms of history and other teachings, they all have things in common that most of their followers do not seem to realize. The similarities are very important to understand each religion better and be able to determine which parts they vary. In this paper, I like to discuss the similarities found in the three major monotheistic religions of Judaism, Islam and Christianity.
Only through the words of consecration, “This is my Body… and this is my Blood”, can we truly experience the fruits of the Eucharist. This is only possible through God’s accordance with the Scriptures, Sacraments(the Eucharist in this case), minister(priest or bishop), and the people of the Church(The Body of Christ). Just like Jesus and his disciples during the Last Supper, all of the members of the Mass join in intercession in order to properly bestow power upon the Sacrament of the Eucharist. As the priest serves as a representation of Jesus, we serve as his disciples.