Group 2

Intro to world relegion

Christian denomination

 A Christian denomination is a distinct religious body within Christianity that comprises all 

church congregations of the same kind, identifiable by traits such as a name, particular history,
organization, leadership, theological doctrine, worship style and sometimes a founder. It is a
secular and neutral term, generally used to denote any established Christian church. Unlike a 
cult or sect, a denomination is usually seen as part of the Christian religious mainstream. Most
Christian denominations self-describe themselves as churches, whereas some newer ones tend
to interchangeably use the terms churches, assemblies, fellowships, etc. Divisions between one
group and another are defined by authority and doctrine; issues such as the nature of Jesus, the
authority of apostolic succession, biblical hermeneutics, theology, ecclesiology, eschatology,
and papal primacy may separate one denomination from another. Groups of denominations—
often sharing broadly similar beliefs, practices, and historical ties—are sometimes known as
"branches of Christianity". These branches differ in many ways, especially through differences
in practices and belief
Some of the many denominations that fall under the
category of Protestant Christianity include:

 Baptist.
 Episcopalian.
 Evangelist.
 Methodist.
 Presbyterian.
 Pentecostal/Charismatic.
 Lutheran.
 Anglican.
 ecumenism
   Movement toward unity or cooperation among the Christian churches. The first
major step in the direction of ecumenism was the International Missionary
Conference of 1910, a gathering of Protestants. Several Protestant denominations
inaugurated a Life and Work Conference (on social and practical problems) in
1925 and a Faith and Order Conference (on church doctrine and governance) in
1927. After World War II the World Council of Churches (WCC) was established;
the International Missionary Conference joined it in 1961. The Roman Catholic
church also has shown strong interest in improving interchurch relations since the
Second Vatican Council (1962–65) and, with the patriarch of Constantinople, has
lifted the excommunication of 1054. The Eastern Orthodox church was active in
the movement since 1920 and joined the WCC at its inception.
 Key people: Saint john XXII
Karl bart
Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Leo XIII
Innocent IV
What are the issues of ecumenism?

 But equally divisive among Christians

are the divisions of the human
family: racism, poverty, sexism, war,
injustice, and differing ideologies.
These issues are part of the agenda of
ecumenism and bring a particular
context, dynamic spirit, and urgency to
the pursuit of Christian unity as well as
of justice and peace.