Christian Denominations Flashcards
What are the 5 main Christian Denominations?
-Roman Catholic Church
-Orthodox Church
-Church of England
-Quakers
-Baptist Church
Who is the leader of the Roman Catholic Church?
The Pope
Who is the leader of the Orthodox Church?
Patriarch of Constantinople
What does the word Catholic mean?
Universal or everyone
What does the word Orthodox mean?
right belief
Who is the leader of the Church of England?
Justin Welby or the current King/Queen
Who is the leader of the Quakers
They had no leader
Who is the leader of the Baptist Church
They had no leader
Who founded the Roman Catholic Church and when?
Jesus, around 30 AD
Who founded the Orthodox Church and when?
Jesus, around 30 AD
Who founded the Church of England and when?
King Henry VIII, 1534
Who founded the Quakers and when?
George Fox, in the 17th century
Who founded the Baptist Church and when?
Many American Baptists looks to Roger Williams as the founder, 1609
What are some facts about the Roman Catholic Church?
-it is the largest denomination in the religion
-it goes back over 2000 years
-they confess their sins and ask God for forgiveness
-the Bible is considered the Word of God
What are some facts about the Orthodox Church?
-paintings are used in worship and at home
-made up of a number of self governing churches
-mainly practiced in Eastern Europe
-the leader is considered the first among equals and has no real authority over churches other than his
What are some facts about the Church of England?
-it was created when Henry the 8th broke with Rome
-it allows women to be priests
-it allows priests to remarry and divorce
-the Bible is interpreted to suit modern life
What are some facts about the Quakers?
-the proper name is the Religious Society of Friends
-they don’t believe in any form of fighting
-no festivals are celebrated
-the bible isn’t the word of God- instead it is an inspirational book
What are some facts about the Baptist Church?
-it is the 5th largest Christian church
-the Bible is the only source of authority
-each church governs itself
-they only baptise older children and adults
What does the word Protestantism come from?
protest
What does the name of the Baptist Church come from?
the practice of baptism
