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Protestantism and Its Many Denominations

The word “protestatio” was invoked in 1529, in reference to those princes that supported Martin Luther and spoke out against religious persecution. These royal supporters were eventually known as Protestants, a name that spread to the vast number of religious denominations that sprang from the beliefs associated with the Reformation. This guide attempts to straighten out the differences among the sects, pinpoint their commonalities, indicate their historical foundations and show you how to connect with Protestants everywhere.

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Protestant History

A large part of the world, particularly the West, is very much a product of what happened almost ... read more »

Protestant Beliefs and Practices

Although the various denominations differ on many religious tenets, they do share similar ... read more »

Pentecostal Beliefs, Practices and Community

The Pentecostal name is derived from the events described in the New Testament: On the Day of ... read more »

Presbyterian Beliefs, Practices, News and Blogs

At 75 million members in the world, Presbyterianism is one of the most populous Protestant ... read more »

Anglican and Episcopalian Beliefs, Practices and Community

Episcopalianism is the strain of Anglicanism that developed in the United States. The Anglican/Episcopalian faith boasts about 70 million adherents around the globe. This section provides links to more information on Anglican and Episcopalian beliefs, practices and community.

Insights for Anglican and Episcopalian Beliefs, Practices and Community

  • Anglicans are associated with the Church of England, established by King Henry VIII following his dispute with the Pope (regarding the dissolution of Henry’s marriage to Catherine of Aragon).
  • The Anglican Communion is the umbrella organization for all Anglicans and Episcopalians.
  • Episcopalians are very similar to Anglicans in their religious beliefs. The Episcopal Church developed when the former colonists lost their connection with the Anglicans in England after the American Revolution. Nevertheless, there is a looming schism between the Anglican and Episcopal Churches. There has been much tension over the Episcopal Church’s approval of gay bishops and the more liberal tendencies of the Episcopal Church.

Top Sites for Anglican and Episcopalian Beliefs, Practices and Community

For Episcopalian and Anglican information and organizations …
The Anglican Communion Official Website connects Anglicans throughout the world. The site is loaded with news and facts regarding Anglican and Episcopal theology, but it may be difficult to find specific pieces of information. To get started, try the “Anglican Communion Information Service” page for a variety of introductory documents.
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The Episcopal Church Web site directs you to church news and current initiatives. Start with the visitors' center if you're new to the church and its beliefs.
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Anglicans Online is an unofficial Web site for the Anglican Communion. Use the left sidebar to access news, an introduction to Anglican/Episcopal beliefs, worldwide dioceses and parishes, and more.
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To connect with the Episcopalian community online …
Episcopal Café is filled with multimedia, art and writing, and aims to inspire, bring new people into the Episcopal fold and reinvigorate the faith of those who are already part of the religion. Don't miss the Daily Episcopalian, the site’s blog.
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RingSurf isn't well designed, and some of the links may not work, but it provides a vast selection of Episcopalian blogs accompanied by brief descriptions (scroll beyond the Google ads to find them).
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Methodist Beliefs, Practices and Blogs

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Lutheran Beliefs, Practices and Blogs

Lutherans follow the beliefs of Martin Luther, stressing the important role that faith plays in ... read more »

Baptist Beliefs, Practices and News

Numbering about 40 million worldwide, Baptists make up a large Protestant denomination. One of the ... read more »

Seventh-day Adventist Beliefs, Traditions and Community

Seventh-day Adventists came from the millennialist Millerite movement in 19th-century America, and ... read more »

Anabaptist Denominations

Anabaptists were those that sprang from the Radical Reformation, as compared to the Evangelical ... read more »

Quaker Beliefs, Traditions and Community

The Quakers, or the Religious Society of Friends, number about 210,000 throughout the world. ... read more »

Unitarian Universalist Beliefs, Traditions and Blogs

Unitarian Universalism may not belong in the Protestant guide per se; it may not even fall fully ... read more »

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