Part B: St Stephens Cathedral Comparison

In comparison with St Stephens Cathedral (Roman Catholic) and Citipointe (Protestant), both share the same individual belief in Jesus Christ, but both Churches hold significant differences between each other. Firstly, one would easily be able to compare the two churches, as with the structure and architectural design of the two denominations. At first glance Catholic Churches resemble a more Gothic appearance and style, which was incorporated in Catholic tradition during the Renaissance. (http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/06665b.htm). Secondly, Masses are conducted by a Priest, who is commonly wearing divine, chasubles or robes. A Mass is considered extremely sacred and include holy rituals and and symbolic traditions, which unlike most Protestant Churches today.

The words Protestant, derives from the word 'protest'. This referring back to the early 1500's (during the time of Martin Luther) when people began to question the Catholic's faith and undermine their views, thus causing people to protest against the church and eventually splitting the two denominations in half, forming a separate church. (http://www.truth.info).
Discussing about the theological understanding and core beliefs of the two churches, mainly depends on where each church place their perceptions on. Protestant (Citipointe) believe solely on the Bible teachings. while the Catholic believes on the traditional rituals included in Masses, as well as the Bible itself. Unlike Protestant (Citipointe), Catholic sermons are far more strict and traditional, which may be what brings the stereotypical sense of a 'boring' matter. Citipointe in contrast depicts a much more 'freely' and enthusiastic environment in its sermons. With the Catholic Denomination, a reason being for its formal and ritualistic environment results in the factor of people putting great respect in God and the church itself, which is why they would treat as a sacred place.

Expanding on discussion of the beliefs of the church, both in similar circumstances take communion, but both differ from each other. Catholic Religion is far more sophisticated and traditional than Protestantism. Like Protestant churches, Catholics drink the wine and bread given at a Mass, but believe that the bread and wine will literally become that of Jesus blood and flesh inside them. Unlike Catholics, Protestants (Citipointe), takes communion as a sign of the Father, The Son and the Holy Spirit, but do not believe that of Jesus flesh and blood becoming real inside them. Considering the liturgy and contrast between the two denominations, the liturgy of that of Citipointe consists of a much more lively atmosphere, as well as including a live band, professional technology, as well a non formal environment. In comparison with Catholics, the denomations doesn't include any form of technology in their sermons. Music is not often performed, and is usually played through pipe organs or synthesizers and mono-tone pianos. Sometimes in some Masses, a small congregation may engage in singing hymns and soft songs. Since the Catholic church's solely believe in the intentions of 'confession' which is dependently caused by sin, and to gain the Grace of God, where Protestants are encouraged to pray for forgiveness.

In conclusion, we can clearly be able the identify the different theological understandings and core beliefs between the two churches, the use of clothing, music and architectural standards.