Christianity is a monotheistic religion based on the teachings of Jesus Christ. Protestantism is a branch of Christianity that arose during the 16th-century Reformation, emphasizing the Bible's authority and rejecting certain Catholic doctrines.
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such as the derailment brought by modern liberalism. Yet Christianity’s this-worldly “lack,” which makes Christian society so vulnerable in comparison to the religiously structured society of traditional Judaism and Islam, is also the thing that, by requiring Christian society...
What are common forms of penance in Christianity? Common forms include prayers, fasting, and charity work, often prescribed by a priest or religious authority. 9 What is the role of penance in atonement? Penance serves as a concrete expression of remorse and a step towards making amends within...
the Purpose-Driven and emergent models of church, there are dozens of other visions of the church floating around in the Christian atmosphere, ranging from home-based Pentecostal communities to more traditional churches that emphasize Reformed theology and the regular administration of the sacraments. ...
It includes the seven sacraments that Jesus instituted to administer his salvation, especially the sacrifice of the Eucharist. It also includes his Blessed Mother and the saints, whom he has given to intercede on our behalf (see Rev. 12:17; Rev. 5:8). Catholics are called to defend the ...
As people reject Christianity and other organized religions and check the “agnostic” or “none of the above” or “New Age” box on belief surveys, witchcraft is on a noticeable rise. In 2019, Pam Grossmandeclaredthat “more and more women than ever are choosing the way of the witch, ...
The Act of Uniformity 1558 was an Act of the Parliament of England, passed in 1559 to regularise prayer, divine worship and the administration of the sacraments in the English church. What does the Act of Uniformity do? The Act of Uniformityset out the order of prayer to be used in the...
Are we being visited by Aliens? UFOlogy is becoming the main competitor to Christianity. It may be the "Great Deception" (2 Thes. 2:11). What is our response to be as Catholic Christians? Let's look at the historical, theological, scientific, psychological and sociological impact of the...
Pentecost is often called the birthday of the Church. 10 Catholic A major branch of Christianity with the Pope as its leader. Catholicism has a rich tradition of liturgy and sacraments. 7 Pentecost Celebrated 50 days after Easter Sunday. Churches are decorated with red on Pentecost to symbolize...