Missy1171 Posted January 5, 2005 Share Posted January 5, 2005 Difference in Catholic and Baptist? Can some one please tell me what the difference is between Catholic and Baptist? The guy I am seeing was raised Catholic and I was raised Baptist. But I'm not really sure what the difference is. Thanks for any insight what so ever. Link to post Share on other sites
Sarah12385 Posted January 5, 2005 Share Posted January 5, 2005 hmm http://members.aol.com/libcfl/liberal.htm <----- that may clear things up, i got a lil confused tho hehe, can give it a try. i'm a catholic, now when u say differences, do you mean between what goes on in church? or just in general? ~Sarah~ Link to post Share on other sites
Author Missy1171 Posted January 5, 2005 Author Share Posted January 5, 2005 Sarah, Thanks for the link, I will definitely check it out. Well I mean Like what goes on during church services, different beliefs, just general knowledge I guess. Link to post Share on other sites
quankanne Posted January 5, 2005 Share Posted January 5, 2005 According to the Catholic News Service Stylebook: “The essential elements of Catholic belief are contained in the Bible and in the church’s tradition, the body of prayer, practice and teaching developed over the centuries which Catholics believe is both guided by Scripture and its authentic interpreter. “Both the official teaching authority of the church, vested in the pope and the bishops, and the content of that teaching is referred to as the 'magisterium.' “The Mass is the central act of worship. Christ is believed to be present in the Eucharist, which is consecrated during the Mass. Mass and other official acts of public worship, including celebration of the other sacraments, together form the church’s liturgy. “Catholics celebrate seven sacraments: baptism, confirmation and Eucharist (called the sacraments of initiation), penance (also called reconciliation), matrimony, holy orders and the anointing of the sick.” Boiled down, the Catholic church was founded the moment when Jesus told Peter ”And so I say to you, you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hell shall not prevail against it.”(Matthew 16:18) The Catholic church is universal; that is, every Catholic church everywhere around the world is the exact same in celebrating the Mass and in its hierarchical structure: only location and language vary. You could go to Mass in the deep South or in the Far East, and it’d be the exact same thing: Proclamation of the Gospel and the liturgy of the Eucharist. Every single time in every different place. It’s pretty much a 2000 year old belief system that hasn’t changed much ... In contrast, the Stylebook says that Baptists “trace their origins to several early 17th century breaks from English Congregationalism. ... They are noted for their emphasis on personal reliious experience, the autonomy of each congregation, religious freedom and separation of church and state. “Scripture is the only authorative rule of faith, and each member is free to interpret according to his own conscience. ... Baptists are generally agreed in recognizing Christ’s divinity and humanity, the Trinity, human sinfulness and the necessity of grace for salvation.” Baptists reject infant baptism, where as Catholics swear by it, though adult baptism isn’t uncommon when an unchurched adult converts to Catholicism. The Stylebook also points out that “Baptists consider the Lord’s Supper a memorial meal and baptism an emblem of the believer’s faith." The Baptist Church is comprised of more than 20 major Baptist bodies and dozens of smaller ones, according to the Stylebook. There are many differences that people tend to focus on, rather than the uniting belief that Christ is Savior .... You might also check out the site http://www.catholic.org/clife/prayers -- it seems to have a pretty decent breakdown of explanation on Catholic “stuff.” The Apostle’s Creed also listed at that site, under the link http://www.catholic.org/clife/prayers/prayers.php?section_id=51&name=Basic Plain and simple, the creed, tells what Catholics believe. Link to post Share on other sites
HokeyReligions Posted January 5, 2005 Share Posted January 5, 2005 Well, the Lord's Prayer is certainly different! Hubby told me he went with a friend once to a catholic service and they said the Lord's Prayer. Hubby kept on going when the Catholic's had stopped! LOL! Basic Baptist (as I learned it) Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen. Basic Catholic (as was told to me by a Catholic friend) Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Ask the guy you are dating. Maybe you can go to some of his church services with him. He may have questions for you about your church too. Link to post Share on other sites
quankanne Posted January 5, 2005 Share Posted January 5, 2005 we also do the For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen, part, but after the the priest gets in a couple of words after the Our Father Missy, another good (and easy) way to learn about the Mass, which incorporates everything we believe in, ask around for an old missalette, or even contact the local Catholic church office to see if they'll loan you one. it's got the Gospel readings for the weekend Masses, as well as the order of the Mass, including reminders of when to sit, stand or kneel!!!! Link to post Share on other sites
HokeyReligions Posted January 5, 2005 Share Posted January 5, 2005 I knew you could count on Quank for some easy-to-understand information. I've learned more about the Catholic church from her than from anyone else. She's certainly dispelled a lot of myths I was taught when I was a child! That must bring great comfort to people to know that no matter where they go, their church services will always be the same. Seems like it would bring a feeling of unity to those who don't travel too. It seems like I spent more time as a child and young adult going from church to church to find one that I was comfortable with, than actually belonging to one church! Link to post Share on other sites
HokeyReligions Posted January 5, 2005 Share Posted January 5, 2005 Originally posted by quankanne it's got the Gospel readings for the weekend Masses, as well as the order of the Mass, including reminders of when to sit, stand or kneel!!!! There ARE a lot of deep-knee bends going on in Catholic churches! You gotta be in shape to be Catholic! Just a tad off-topic, but the Blue Collar Comedy Tour Rides Again is out on DVD now (If you liked the first one, you'll probably like this one) and Larry the Cable Guy does a bit about all the kneeling in Catholic church! Missy, I hope that you and your bf do have the opportunity to explore each others faiths. I think its great that you want to learn about his. Religion can tear people apart, but it can also bring them closer to each other and to their God. My husband is Christian and I'm agnostic and my lack of faith has encouraged him to learn more about his own beliefs so that he can accept me and mine, and be comfortable and non-judgemental and realize that agnosticism is not contagious! Link to post Share on other sites
quankanne Posted January 5, 2005 Share Posted January 5, 2005 thanks, hoke! It seems like I spent more time as a child and young adult going from church to church to find one that I was comfortable with guilty! sometimes it's just hard to find a parish that "fits," and several years ago, I switched from the cathedral parish downtown to a little located-on-the-wrong-side-of-town parish ministered by Franciscans. And I'm glad I did, because it REALLY feels like home. Even to my heathen husband! Link to post Share on other sites
herbalyyys Posted February 4, 2005 Share Posted February 4, 2005 Catholics believe every thing is a sin--thoughts, actions,Non-action, idleness, EVERYTHING has a basis in sin and only belief thru Christ and prayer to the Saints, can make it all better. Baptists believe everyone else is a sinner. Link to post Share on other sites
moimeme Posted February 4, 2005 Share Posted February 4, 2005 Catholics believe every thing is a sin--thoughts, actions,Non-action, idleness, EVERYTHING has a basis in sin and only belief thru Christ and prayer to the Saints, can make it all better. Um. Either ha ha or no. Link to post Share on other sites
dyermaker Posted February 4, 2005 Share Posted February 4, 2005 Originally posted by herbalyyys Catholics believe every thing is a sin--thoughts, actions,Non-action, idleness, EVERYTHING has a basis in sin and only belief thru Christ and prayer to the Saints, can make it all better. http://www.vatican.va/archive/catechism/p3s1c1a8.htm Link to post Share on other sites
herbalyyys Posted February 4, 2005 Share Posted February 4, 2005 It was meant as "ha-ha" not a tried- and- true- written- in- stone- revelation(sorry about the comparison to the holy Ten),but lighten UP!! and my ex in-laws were BORN AGAIN SOUTHERN BAPTIST...so I DO know 6years worth of what a devout-involved-in-the-church-strict-male-dominant-holier-than-thou-attitude they (MOST not ALL)have. Baptists look at Catholics as LESS than Godly, as Catholics are involved in "idol worship"--we pray to images and statues in our churches, of Christ, Mary, any of the Saints that churches are named for...allllll that makes us WRONG! to a Baptist. Link to post Share on other sites
moimeme Posted February 5, 2005 Share Posted February 5, 2005 Honeychile nobody can see your face or hear your voice and therefore words on a page can take on any possible tone. Since it appears you are familiar with the use of emoticons, use the dang blasted things. Hmph. Link to post Share on other sites
dyermaker Posted February 5, 2005 Share Posted February 5, 2005 Originally posted by herbalyyys Catholics are involved in "idol worship"--we pray to images and statues in our churches, of Christ, Mary, any of the Saints that churches are named for...allllll that makes us WRONG! to a Baptist. This is because your hypothetical Baptist is ignoring the falsehood of that impression. Do Cathoilics Pray To Mary? Do Catholics worship statues? (Quick Answers: No) Link to post Share on other sites
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