Catholicism vs Episcopalianism - Difference and Comparison

Place of originRoman province of Judea, which is part of present-day Israel, Palestine and LebanonEngland (as the Anglican Church).Place of worshipChurch, chapel, cathedral, basilica.Church, chapel, cathedralBelief of GodOne God: The Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Apostles and Nicene's Creed states beliefsFather, Son and Holy spirit. Beliefs included in historic Apostle's and Nicene CreedClergyHeirarchial clergy in Holy Orders Deacons, monks, nuns, Priests and Bishops, other ranks are only offices (archibshop, cardinal Pope etc. although several other offices also exist)Heirarchial clergy in 3 Holy Orders of Deacons, Priests and Bishops. Anglican and Episcopal Religious Orders of priests, monks and nuns.Use of statues and picturesCrosses, statues and pictures are acceptable in Catholicism. Catholics widely use them as depictions of Christ, Mary, and the Saints.Crucifixes, crosses, statues, icons, pictures depict Christ, the Blessed Virgin Mary, Saints. Stations of the Cross in use in some Episcopal Churches.Human NatureMan has inherited "original sin" from Adam. Mankind then is inherently evil and is in need of forgiveness of their sin.Man has inherited "original sin" from Adam, and must be baptized to wash away this sin. Then, forgiveness must be sought throughout life for all other sins committed by an individual.AboutBelonging to the Church Founded By Christ, when He chose St. Peter as His Rock (first Pope). Apostles creed gives summary of Catholic creed, man fell and Christ came to redeem mankind.Belonging to the Church Founded by Jesus Christ. Nicene and Apostles' Creeds give summary of belief. All included in the Book of Common Prayer.Life after deathEternal Salvation in Heaven; Eternal Damnation in Hell; Temporal third state before Heaven for those who desire purification, known as Purgatory.Eternal Salvation in Heaven is the final home of the elect. No belief in purgatory. No foundation in Holy Scripture for the existence of such a place.Confessing sinsConfess to priests for absolution from sins in the name of Christ (John 20:22-23). Prayer to the Saints.Sacramental Rite of Reconciliation (Confession) included in Book of Common Prayer.The Priest offer's God' absolution.FounderJesus Christ, St. Peter the Apostle.Jesus Christ. St. Augustine (1st Archbishop of Canterbury) converted the English people in the 4th c.Means of salvationReceived at baptism; may be lost by mortal sin; salvation through faith and penance. Belief in Jesus as the sole savior of humanity. Must have a relationship with Jesus. Good Works. Seven Sacraments.Received at Baptism. Faith in the merit of Christ and denial of self-righteousness. The Sacraments of the church.Literal Meaningcatholic - from the Greek adjective καθολικός, (katholikos) meaning "general" or "universal".Episcopal -meaning 'of the Bishop's'MarriageMarriage is sacrament between one man and one woman. Divorce does not exist in Catholicism, but there is annulment (that the marriage was invalid to begin with) by competent church official.Officially, the Episcopal Church holds that marriage is available to both heterosexual and homosexual couples. Many Episcopalians and the Church of England do not recognize the validity of Sacramental Marriage between same-sex couples.Identity of JesusGod Incarnate. Son of the Father. The Messiah saviour of mankind sole mediator between God and man.Jesus is God Incarnate as the Son of God. The Christ or Messiah. Sole mediator between God and man.PracticesCatholics are expected to participate in the liturgical life, celebrate and revere Jesus' sacrifice on the cross at Mass. The celebration of seven sacraments Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation, Matrimony, Anointing of Sick, Holy Orders and Confession.Episcopalians witness as the Body of Christ into which they are incorporated through the Baptismal Covenant.Status of womenWomen are Equal to men and have the same dignity as men, but women are not eligible for Ordination in Catholicism. They can be religious (sister, or commonly called "Nun") and can lead many offices assisting the clergy within the church.Women are equal to men in every way; have the same dignity as men and are eligible for ordination to the three orders of : Deacon, Priest and Bishop, unlike the Roman Catholic Church which prohibits women from serving in ordained ministry.Resurrection of JesusAffirmedAffirmedBirth of JesusVirgin Birth, through God.Virgin Birth, through God.Geographical predominanceCatholicism has spread worldwide across all six settled continents, predominantly Europe, North, Central, and South America, Australia, Africa and New Zealand.The United States of America. The Episcopalian Church is the American Province of the Worldwide Anglican Communion.God's role in salvationGod sent His only Divine Son to save humanity from their sins."We are accounted righteous before God, only for the merit of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ by Faith, and not for our own works or deservings."Holy days/Official HolidaysSunday (The Lord's Day), Advent, Christmas, Lent, Holy Week, Easter, Pentecost.Easter, Christmas, All Saints' Day, Pentecost, Epiphany, Trinity Sunday, Ascension Day, Feast of the Baptism of Our Lord.Goal of religionTo give glory to God and share Eternal Life in Him.To glorify God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit and to seek Eternal Life.Second coming of JesusAffirmed.Affirmed.Death of JesusDeath by Crucifixion, Resurrection, and Ascent to HeveanDeath by Crucifixion followed by Resurrection on the 3rd day and Ascension to HeavenLegislationCanon Law, diocesan Law, Papal Decree.General Convention of the The Episcopal Church, USA.Promised Holy one.Second Coming of ChristSecond coming of ChristProphetMoses, Abraham, John the Baptist, many others.Moses, Abraham, John the Baptist, many othersConcept of DeityBelieve in the Trinity. Three persons in one God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit.God is trinity in unity.BeliefBelieve that Jesus Christ is the Messiah, the King of Heaven, and Saviour of the entire world.Jesus Christ is Messiah who came as a sacrifice for our sins to put us right with God.Virtue on which religion is based uponLove.Love and the grace of GodReligious Law10 Commandments, Canon law , Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC), papal decrees and orders.10 Commandments. Canon Law, the Catechism in the Book of Common Prayer. Christ's Summary of the Law.Rites7 Sacraments: Baptism, Eucharist, Penance, Confirmation, Marriage, Holy Orders, Anointing of the Sick; exorcisms, blessings of objects, dedication of churches sacred garments installation into clerical offices. Roman Missal and eastern rites.7 Sacraments: 2 "Dominical Sacraments of Baptism and Holy Eucharist-(meaning instituted by Christ) Five "Sacramental Rites: Holy Matrimony, Reconciliation (Confession), Holy Orders, Anointing of the Sick.Original LanguagesLatin and Greek; Aramaic, Hebrew.English.Offshoot religionsProtestant denominations and many others.Puritan Separatists, including Presbyterians, Congregationalists, and Baptists. Also the Quakers and Methodists.Status of MuhammadFalse Prophet.NoneThree JewelsFaith, Hope and CharityFaith, Hope and Love.View of Animistic religionsPagan Idolatrous.Pagan and idolatrous.BranchesLatin rite & Eastern rite and as of 2008 the Anglo-Catholic derivative of Latin Rite; Orthodox Christianity.Episcopal Church, USA is a Province of the Worldwide Anglican Communion and is in a covenanted relationship with the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America, the Old Catholic Church and Churches of Eastern Orthodoxy.Authority of PopeSuccessor of St. Peter.Recognized as the Bishop of Rome with no jurisdictional authority over churches of the Worldwide Anglican Communion.DefinitionUniversal; Apostolic succession; Papal authority.Belonging to or characteristic of bishops.View of other Abrahamic religionsAccording to Catholic doctrine, Catholicism is the original Christian Church. Christianity is the true religion, and Catholicism is true Christianity."For Holy Scripture doth set out unto us only the Name of Jesus Christ, whereby men must be saved."PrincipleAdam and Eve sinned, as have all subsequent human beings because God created us with a free will to make choices. Man was unable to adhere to laws of God, so Christ came as the ultimate sacrifice to reconcile us to God.Because our first parents sinned, all human beings sin. So Christ Came down from Heaven to Save us from our sins.Position of MaryThe Queen of all Saints. View is similar to the Orthodox church - the title 'Mother of God' being used more commonly than Theotokos. In addition, it is claimed that at various points in history, Mary has revealed herself to the world in apparitions.The Blessed Virgin Mary is the Mother of God in Christ. The "handmaid" of the Lord.Time of originAbout 30 C.E.; 1st century Holy Land, Roman Empire16th centuryReligion which atheists may still be adherents ofNone. Faith is integral to Catholicism, a christian who rejects Christianity altogether is considered an Apostate. Atheism is a sin against Faith.Atheism is the antithesis of faith and religion.Denomination of which religionChristianityChristianityGoal of PhilosophyEternal Salvation.Eternal salvationAuthority of Dalai LamaN/A.NoneView of the BuddhaN/AN/A.View of other Oriental religionsN/A.N/AHoly daysSundays; Solemnity of Mary, January 1; Ascension of Jesus, May 13 — Celebrated on the sixth Thursday after Easter Sunday; Solemnity of All Saints, November 1; Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, December 8; Christmas, December 25Easter, Ash Wednesday, Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Pentecost, Saints'Feast Days, Christmas, Feast of the Ascension, Epiphany, Baptism of Our Lord.Status of AdamAdam was the first man created by God. He fell into temptation and brought sin and death to the human race.Adam was the first man created by God. He fell into temptation and brought sin and death to the human race.Virtue in which religion is based uponPrudence, temperance, fortitude, justice and faith, hope, charityLovePurgatoryAffirmedNoneStatus of BrahamaN/AN/ADirection of PrayerFacing the Blessed Sacrament (when in Church).No special directionDay of worshipWorship should be a continual process in the lives of Roman Catholics. Sunday is not the only day Catholics can attend Church for Mass.The Principle day of worship is The Lord's Day- Sunday and Vigil mases on Saturday; Holy Days and Eucharist and Daily Offices as scheduled locally.ClothesClergy dresses in robes, and many other garments depending on rite and season.Clergy have different robes and vestments depending on rite and Liturgical season in the Church calendar.Praying to Saints, Mary, and AngelAllowed. They can intercede with God on your behalf.AllowedPresence of Christ in EucharistYes.No. Transubstantiation is rejected. Eucharist is only a symbol with no actual presence.AngelsAngels are God's messengers. Spirits seen as immortal and always praising God. They never disobey God except for Lucifer (Satan) and the angels who follow him (demons).Angels are messengers from God.Views on other religionsThe Catholic Church contains the fullness of Truth and is the only means of salvation. Other faiths have access to that truth and non-Catholics may be saved by a special grace of God.4 Essential conditions to Christian Unity 1. Holy Scriptures of Old and New Testaments. 2. Nicene Creed; 3. Sacraments of Baptism + Holy Eucharist; 4. The Historic EpiscopatePopulation1.33 Billion Globally1.5 million in the USAOriginal LanguageEcclesiastical Latin and Greek; also Aramaic and Hebrew historically. Vernacular languages are permitted.EnglishGeographical distribution and predominanceRoman Catholic church is located in Vatican City, an independent City-state. Catholicism is geographically dispersed throughout the world. 69% of Catholics are located in Latin America.Episcopal Church USA is the American Province of the Worldwide Anglican Communion.View of GodTrinitarian: God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit."3 in 1" Belief in Trinity. Father, Son and Holy Ghost.Use of statuesPermitted. Statues are not worshipped.Not forbidden.Concept of GodTrinitarian: God the Father, the son and the holy spirit.One God: The Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.View of other Dharmic religionsN/AN/A.Ressurection of JesusAffirmedaffirmedIntroduction (from Wikipedia)As the world's oldest and largest continuously functioning international institution, it has played a prominent role in the history and development of Western civilization.An episcopal church has bishops in its organisational structure which is called Episcopal polity

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