“As soon as the coin in the coffer rings, the soul from purgatory springs.”

1. “As soon as the coin in the coffer rings, the soul from purgatory springs.”

3. Unless I am convinced by the testimony of the Scriptures or by clear reason (for I do not trust either in the pope or in councils alone, since it is well known that they have often erred and contradicted themselves), I am bound by the Scriptures I have quoted and my conscience is captive to the Word of God. I cannot and will not recant anything, since it is neither safe nor right to go against conscience. May God help me. Amen. Statement in defense of his writings at the Diet of Worms (19 April 1521) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5P7QkHCfaI Luther at Worms (5 min)

6. Perhaps the main difference between conservative Protestantism and Roman Catholicism is expressed by the "Solas". "Sola" means "alone" in Latin. The first three Sola statements of the early Protestant movement stressed that: "Sola Scriptura:" The Bible is the sole authority for Christian beliefs and practices. The Catholic Church stresses a balance between Biblical support, Papal edicts, and the Church tradition.. "Sola Gratia:" One is saved through grace alone, given to the believer by God directly. The Catholic Church teaches that the church sacraments are the channel for God's grace. "Sola Fide:" Salvation is by the individual's faith alone in trusting Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Again, the Catholic Church stresses the importance of church sacraments.

9. Appeal of Calvinism  Omnipotent God   Hierarchical system   “Out of your hands”   Political   Economic   Organized   More anti-Catholic  Spread of Calvinism

10. Vs.

11. “Free church” (no connection with state) Pacifist Women Disliked/distrusted by BOTH Cath & Prots

12. Zwingli: Swill Reformed Influenced by Calvin

13. Compare/Contrast Cath & Prot

14. Christianity