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Kelsy · 09-26-2008, 07:29 PM

This might belong in the Christ Centered Faith section, but I felt it potentially might be more of a "Beginners" question. Move it if needed.

I was raised Catholic and feel I have a grasp on the specifics of their doctrine and theology, however I have always wondered - what are the the significant differences between the different Christian faiths? Both in theory and practice.

What separates one who attends, for example, a Baptist Church versus a Catholic Church versus a Presbyterian Church? Where do the beliefs diverge? In everyday life are they practiced differently?

Over time I have seen several of my extended family members switch from attending a Catholic Church to a different Christian Church and wonder if such a change is for me as well. One uncle explained to me that his personal reason for switching was he could still worship God "but under a less restrictive blanket." That quote still perplexes me to this day.

Any input would be appreciated, it is a question I have always wanted to know the answer to, but never have had the right opportunity to ask. I guess I should add its been many years since I have been to church (a long story, but I am sure very far from unique), thus why I have not asked a clergy member. Perhaps this is the place :-)

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Kelsy Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 7 My Photos: ()	Differences between the Christian Faiths? This might belong in the Christ Centered Faith section, but I felt it potentially might be more of a "Beginners" question. Move it if needed. I was raised Catholic and feel I have a grasp on the specifics of their doctrine and theology, however I have always wondered - what are the the significant differences between the different Christian faiths? Both in theory and practice. What separates one who attends, for example, a Baptist Church versus a Catholic Church versus a Presbyterian Church? Where do the beliefs diverge? In everyday life are they practiced differently? Over time I have seen several of my extended family members switch from attending a Catholic Church to a different Christian Church and wonder if such a change is for me as well. One uncle explained to me that his personal reason for switching was he could still worship God "but under a less restrictive blanket." That quote still perplexes me to this day. Any input would be appreciated, it is a question I have always wanted to know the answer to, but never have had the right opportunity to ask. I guess I should add its been many years since I have been to church (a long story, but I am sure very far from unique), thus why I have not asked a clergy member. Perhaps this is the place :-)