Protestants VS Catholics

Protestants vs Catholics

Catholicism and Protestantism are two major branches of Christianity. They share many beliefs but also have important differences.

What Catholics Believe

• The Catholic Church is the original Church founded by Jesus and led by the Pope.
  
  

• Catholics follow the Bible and Church Tradition together.
  
  

• The seven sacraments are essential to the faith.
  
  

• Mary and the saints have special roles as helpers and intercessors.
  
  

• The Mass is the central form of worship, especially the Eucharist (Holy Communion).
  
  

What Protestants Believe

• Protestants follow the Bible as the only authority.
  
  

• They often recognize fewer or no sacraments.
  
  

• They emphasize faith in Jesus alone for salvation.
  
  

• They generally do not pray to Mary or the saints.
  
  

• Worship styles vary widely, often with more focus on preaching and singing.
  
  

Why the Differences?

The Protestant movement began in the 1500s as a reaction to some practices in the Catholic Church. It led to many different Protestant churches with varying beliefs.

What We Share

• Belief in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.
  
  

• The Bible as God’s Word.
  
  

• Baptism and Holy Communion (though understood differently).
  
  

• The call to love God and love others.
  
  

Why Become Catholic?

Catholics believe the fullness of the Christian faith is found in the Catholic Church, guided by the Holy Spirit and rooted in 2,000 years of tradition.