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THE DIFFERENCES

OF THE TWO
RELIGIONS

SUBMITTED BY:
Angelica P. Valentin
INTRODUCTION

Religion is a prominent aspect of many people’s lives. Not only does religion provide ethical and

moral values, but also acts as a cultural system and often gives people a sense of order in

existence. There is a wide array of different religions and philosophies across the world, and

understanding the characteristic behind each one as important. Whether you are looking to

expand your mind and learn more another religion, or whether you are looking to find a religion

that you specifically believe and find solace in, knowing facts behind religion is pivotal. A set of

beliefs concerning the cause, nature, and purpose of the universe, especially when considered as

the creation of a superhuman agencies, usually involving devotional and ritual observances, and

often containing a moral code governing the conduct of human affairs.

Catholic and Methodist

Christianity may be the single largest religion of the world with more than 2.2 billion followers,

but it has branched out into several denominations over the last 2000 years. The first split in

Christianity took place in 1054 AD when the eastern orthodox denomination got away from the

Catholic Church. The second big split or schism was a result of reform movement in Germany

and France in the 16th century led by Martin Luther. This led to the establishment of

Protestantism within Christianity. In 18th century, Protestantism itself gave way to Methodist

Church because of the teachings of John Wesley. There are several differences between the two

denominations of Christianity that will be the highlighted in this article.


The Roman Catholic Church is what is meant by Catholic Church and papal authority as

the vicar of Christ is the chief characteristic of Catholicism. Through Catholics regard bible as

sacred, they place equal importance on Christian traditions. Wherever they are worshippers of

Jesus, there is the Catholic Church. A catholic believes Christ to be the son of God who took

birth as a human being for the salvation of mankind. All the teachings and the sacrifice of Christ

are contained in bible and the sacred book, and catholic believe bible to be a source of all

gospels.

Catholics believe in full communion with the bishop of Rome, and this is considered to

be the characteristic feature of the denomination. The bishops of Roman Catholic Church are

considered successors of apostles of Jesus while the Pope is believed to be successor of St. Peter.

All Catholics around the world are automatic members of this beautiful Church that is not only

the oldest religious institutions of the Christians; it is also that has shaped the destiny of much of

the western world.

Methodism is one of the many splinter groups that came to light after Protestantism took

shape because of the reform movement started by Martin Luther. Protestantism is represented by

many denominations around the world that are followed by more than 70 million people.

Methodism shares the belief in Christ like all branches of Christianity but is distinct in its

missionary work that is result of a movement led by John Wesley and his brother in the 18th

century. The basic tenet of Methodism lays in service to the people and the establishment of

schools, hospitals, and orphanages and other similar institutions, and represents the desire of

Jesus to serve the poor and the oppressed. Because of the orderly manner in which John Wesley

and followers lived their lives, they were branded as Methodists by other Catholics of the time.

Wesley did not form a new denomination and remained within the aegis of Church of England. It
was only after his death that his followers formed the Free Church of England. Through

Methodist came from all sections of the society, it was the preaching by Methodist among the

laborers and criminals that converted thousands of Catholics into Methodist.

 Being one of the Protestants, Methodist does not subscribe to papal authority; for the

Catholics, the pope is the true successor of St. Peter.

 Faith in Christ alone is sufficient for entry into heaven according to Methodist whereas a

Catholic has to indulge in good deeds, in addition to faith in Christ, to be given an entry

into heaven.

 While Roman Catholic Church is considered supreme in Catholicism, Methodist do not

recognize pope as the successor of St. Peter and pope is not considered infallible by

Methodists.

CONCLUSION

My observation of two religions is the same the belief in Christ but the Methodist is

branches of Christianity, the catholic religion is full communion with the bishop Rome, and it is

believed to be successor of St. Peter and also believed in bible and they are also believed in God.

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