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A balanced look at the core differences between two of Christianity’s major traditions
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Whether you’re exploring your faith or simply curious about the differences, you may be wondering what makes Catholics and Presbyterians unique. While all Christians believe in Jesus and read the Bible, there are some fascinating variations from sect to sect when it comes to the church practices, beliefs, and traditions. In this article, we’ll walk you through all of the major differences between Catholicism and Presbyterianism, from sacraments to beliefs about scripture and more.
Things You Should Know
- The core difference between Catholics and Presbyterians comes down to where spiritual fulfillment and authority come from.
- Presbyterians believe the Bible alone is enough to receive God’s grace, while Catholics believe the Church is equally important to scripture.
- Catholics have 7 sacraments, while Presbyterians only have 2. There are some key differences surrounding beliefs in saints, Mary, and divorce, as well.
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References
- ↑ https://www.worldhistory.org/christianity/
- ↑ https://www.presbyterianmission.org/what-we-believe/the-bible-ii/
- ↑ https://www.catholic.com/magazine/online-edition/does-god-pick-the-pope
- ↑ https://www.pcusa.org/site_media/media/uploads/oga/pdf/howitworks.pdf
- ↑ https://corcatholic.org/documents/2016/3/Presentation2.pdf
- ↑ https://catonsvillepres.org/worship/sacraments/
- ↑ https://www.britannica.com/topic/transubstantiation
- ↑ https://www.britannica.com/list/the-seven-sacraments-of-the-roman-catholic-church
- ↑ https://www.catholic.com/tract/praying-to-the-saints
- ↑ https://www.catholicscomehome.org/your-questions/church-teachings/mary-the-saints/
- ↑ https://www.nytimes.com/2014/01/04/us/a-calvinist-revival-for-evangelicals.html
- ↑ https://www.theguardian.com/world/2015/sep/08/pope-radically-reforms-catholic-churchs-marriage-annulment-process
- ↑ https://www.christianity.com/church/denominations/presbyterians-10-things-to-know-about-this-historic-denomination.html
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