Lutheranism - Wikipedia Lutheranism or Evangelical Lutheranism is a major branch of Protestantism that arose under the work of Martin Luther, the 16th-century German friar and reformer whose efforts to reform the theology and practices of the Catholic Church helped launch the Reformation in 1517 [a][5] The Lutheran churches adhere to the Bible and the ecumenical creed
Lutheran Beliefs and How They Differ From Catholicism In the Lutheran Church, much emphasis is placed on hearing the Word of God The church teaches that the Bible does not merely contain the Word of God, but every word of it is inspired or " God-breathed "
15 Facts about Lutheran Beliefs, Faith, and History As Christians, it is important for us to remember that Lutherans believe in Jesus as their Savior, and they also believe that salvation is by grace through faith The Lutheran Church is a very large denomination within Protestantism
What Lutherans Believe - ELCA. org People who identify as Lutherans are those who actively practice their faith in the Lutheran tradition or who have joined a Lutheran congregation through membership
The History of the Lutheran Church - History of Christianity The Lutheran Church is one of the major branches of Protestant Christianity, tracing its origins directly to the Reformation in the early 16th century Rooted in the teachings of Martin Luther, this tradition has profoundly influenced Western Christianity, theology, and European history
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St. Paul Lutheran Church, ELCA Saint Paul Lutheran Church is a faith community located in Albuquerque, New Mexico It is a part of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America (ELCA) and a reconciling in Christ community