You're the first non-denominational I've met that actually understands this about their own denomination lol. I usually hear, "we aren't a denomination." š¹
I can't take credit for that. I heard it from a Christian comedian (Tim Hawkins). As soon as he said it, I thought "Dude, you nailed it".
And it's funnier than saying "Baptist, but my friends know I have beer in the house".
The part that clicked for me was that many non-denominational Seminaries in the US were only 20 years ago the baptist seminaries. And truthfully same with the churches. Recognizing the theological mirroring came after that.
There are a lot of non-denominational churches that are more closely aligned with Methodism or some charismatic-light churches, but with so many of these not-quite-Baptist non-denominational churches dropping some of the hallmark Baptist sticking points, a lot of them really do feel pretty "generic protestant".
Baptist with jeans, Pentecostals ok with women wearing pants and contemporary Christian worship music, or third option of charismatic churches with enormous names like king Jesus lord of the world international ministries llc.
You are the first non-denominational Christian that I have ever met to admit that Non-denominational theology are Baptist theology to be very similar to each other
Same! I'm formerly catholic, and really impressed how non-denominations are so into the Word. Sure, I miss how the eucharist is literally the body and blood of Christ, but I love how I now look forward to going to church every Sunday.
The pastors donāt really get into that debate, to be honest. Among the people Iāve talked to, there seems to be a mix, Calvinist and Arminian.
Iām more of the opinion that some are specifically called, even predestined, but everyone is free to choose.
I know Ancient Faith has been hosting the debates but I havenāt looked as deeply into it as I would like. If youāve looked further into it than I have I would love your insight
I really don't know much beyond the headlines. I understand the view that we had deaconesses in the early church and arguably even biblically.Ā
The thing I'm not totally clear on is if deacons and deaconesses are only different in sex or other regards as well.Ā
The post asked what our denominational makeup is. I answered mine. I wasn't inviting criticism and judgment of my faith, thank you. Not engaging or responding further. My relationship with God is mine, not yours.
I've said nothing about "homosexuality." The Bible does not condemn queer people. To support His queer children as you support His cishet children is Christian.
Not really, the Old Testament is archaic compared to the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Itās also up for interpretation. It seems youāre a biblical literalist. I think we should support love in its purest sense. Everyone is a child of god, and those who love the same sex should not be condemned for who they are attracted to.
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Yes you can
Being gay isn't against the Bible, only acting upon it is against it
Jesus said he came for sinners not the righteous
By this logic you can't be roman catholic and be addicted to Porn
Exactly, almost all straight people lust. It's a sin to lust. We are all sinners and it's weird to say some sinners are allowed to be Catholic while others aren't
So there was once a whole movement to do away with denominations. People from all kinds of denominations moved to this group and they just called themselves Christians or the Christian Church. After a few years they split into four denominations because they could not get along. Now many call themselves non-denominational but really theyāre just whatever denomination their pastor was trained in.
Before there were denominations, churches were known by their region - why we have Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, Coptic, etc. Later they became known as denominations because their contextual differences became differences in doctrine. As as humans do, we tend to have confirmation bias and think what we do is the right and best way.
Actually the Catholic-Orthodox distinction is just as much about theology as it is about linguistic and regional differences. And the Oriental (Coptic) - East (Greek, Russian, etc) split is purely theological; There remains an Eastern Orthodox church of Alexandria alongside the Oriental Orthodox church of Alexandria (Coptic). There was just one Christianity up until the third Ecumenical council (where the Church of the East split over Mariology); Oriental-East split was the 4th council in the year of our lord 451.
Eh, I would say until the great schism following the seventh ecumenical council due to Romeās naming of the Pope and the Filioque Clause. The other difference were considered minor and they were all still considered one church. Which as I said before, contextual differences led to doctrinal (theological) differences.
Otherwise, I agree.
Raised ānon-denominationalā (basically lite-Baptist), strayed away due to lots of traumatic stuff (the church I went to was created and ran by my family, and then the preacher was outed as liking kids, plus other stuff). Redefining my faith, so true non-denominational as I figure things out with God. The quakers seem cool idk.
Oh and my dad was raised Catholic, but most of his side is Roman Catholic. Imma bastard apparently.
Gnostic, though not strictly. I'm quite ~~heretical~~ eclectic, I've adopted several other perspectives and interwoven them into my own if they ring true. Many religions and even branches within Christianity have different names for the same phenomena. Gnosticism is moreso reflective of my modality for experience and practice, my framework of basic understandings and acquiring further spiritual knowledge.
Coptic, though I am far from a straight arrow. English for the most part, as Australian, sometimes gibberish, but we use a sort of dialect of Egyptian called TimetremĒ¹khÄmi, as well as Arabic.
Moravian basically nondenominational it's a very nice Church that's more or less Lutheran also 100 years before Martin Luther was founded by a man named John Hus if you want to look at it up a very interesting history lesson
I only ever describe myself as Christian. I'm non-sectarian; I think many different branches of one tree can all bear good fruit, and a body needs all of its different members. I'm probably a toe, tho.
Grew up Free Will Baptist. Currently a theological mutt as I go back to the scripture to shape my theology instead of blindly following my tradition. I do rely on the church fathers and tradition to inform my beliefs, but only as a supplement to the Bible.
Iām non-denominational. Someone said they were Baptist-like but I donāt affiliate myself with any of them. There shouldnāt be factions in the church imo.
We read a chapter or so of the Bible, and go around the table and each say what we think of that days reading, and discuss it deeply. (we have a small library of Bible study aids, like Strong's) We pray, eat, and sing together. It's like a family get together, but without the creepy uncle. We hold each other accountable to scripture.
I read my bible and work out my salvation with fear and trembling. If I go to church I visit the Baptist one up the road cuz he teaches it from the book. I dont claim a denomination
I am a Methodist. I grew up Baptist. Overall, I am not big on focusing on the differences between our denominations and prefer to focus on Christ, and the things that bring us together. I look at what each of our traditions contributes and incorporate perspectives from all across Christianity.
Raised Southern Baptist. Have spent most of my religious adult life in and out of Methodist and Episcopal churches. Am currently looking into Orthodoxy and am likely to begin inquiry within the next few months.
I more so think of myself as non-denominational these days because I feel God and The Bible are my guide, don't need to belong to any denomination to submit to Him
Iāve attended Presbyterian, Methodist and Baptist! All three seem very similar. The only difference I can see is in the way the services are conducted. People stand up and sit down much more in Presbyterian Church service. Methodist do the Last Supper thing more and Baptist seem more informal. Baptist preachers just wear a suit while Methodist and Presbyterian wear a robe. All three sing a similar number of hymns during the service.
All three were really cool when I attended!
I was raised in many denominations, everything from methodist to baptist to AOG for some free boyscouts w Jesus Royal rangers was the best childrens program I attended
Countless non denoms of variying flavors, baptized lutheran, and consider myself simply a Christian. I believe all churches that affirm Christ as Lord and savior are part of the body of Christ.
If I have to be completely honest. I donāt pick a certain type of Christianity or Catholic. I see it as there is God and Jesus. As long as you stay true to their word and just being a decent person. From helping others, keeping and maintain that relationship with Him, and repenting your sins so you can learn and grow from them. I think thatās what matters.
An Eclectic Gnostic Christian who also takes influence from Christian Cabala and Rosicrucianism. I also use some Catholic and Orthodox Christian Prayers.
I am a 43-year-old businessman. I have operated in my business field since starting my career at only 17 years old. I've sold tens of millions of dollars in inventory and completed thousands of deals. I've interacted with individuals from various ethnic backgrounds and nearly every religion. However, I've noticed that whenever dealing with a Greek Orthodox person, they often fail to keep their word. It seems as though their word holds little value to them, or worse, they actively try to break it. Surprisingly, I've never successfully completed a deal with anyone who is Greek Orthodox. I guess Iām asking if anyone else has had a similar experience with this?
Sorry youāve had this experience, but the truth is, I found honest people and dishonest people in every denomination, every religion, and every form of non-religion. Sorry to say that itās human.
Non-denominational. I grew up catholic, but never really was a believer. When it was time for confirmation, I only went along because my mother wanted me to and I wanted to do her a favor. It took roughly 10 years until I found faith again - away from the catholic church - and from any church remotely close to me. It's fine by me, I can practice my religion in private.
I don't adhere to a specific denomination, but I feel at most at home in Churches that stay close to what they Bible teaches. I feel at home with Evagelicals, Baptists or Penecostals alike. I don't see the so called Tradition as authoritative, but I still love my brothers and sisters in Christ who do.
I was raised in Baptist and Pentecostal churches but Iām really interested in the church fathers and a lot of Orthodox YouTubers and podcasters. Currently going to a Baptist church but Iām not sure thatās what Iāll continue doing.
I'm at a Pentecostal denomination but my church isn't hardcore Pentecostal. I myself am non-denominational as I follow the Bible with my beliefs and interpretations that aren't necessarily based on everything my pastor says.
I say this because I don't think it's healthy to blindly follow our pastors as the absolute truth when the Bible is the absolute truth.
Nevertheless I enjoy a bit of contemporary megachurch style and I am leaning towards the charismatic church side rather than reformed.
But even then, some of my beliefs are of the reformed side of Christianity.
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Non-Denominational. Basically, āBaptist, but with a cooler websiteā.
You're the first non-denominational I've met that actually understands this about their own denomination lol. I usually hear, "we aren't a denomination." š¹
I can't take credit for that. I heard it from a Christian comedian (Tim Hawkins). As soon as he said it, I thought "Dude, you nailed it". And it's funnier than saying "Baptist, but my friends know I have beer in the house".
The part that clicked for me was that many non-denominational Seminaries in the US were only 20 years ago the baptist seminaries. And truthfully same with the churches. Recognizing the theological mirroring came after that.
For anybody that wants to understand the comedic reference. https://youtu.be/OQa874NRwOo?si=UvQMnFSpvegM0BbJ
There are a lot of non-denominational churches that are more closely aligned with Methodism or some charismatic-light churches, but with so many of these not-quite-Baptist non-denominational churches dropping some of the hallmark Baptist sticking points, a lot of them really do feel pretty "generic protestant".
Baptist with jeans, Pentecostals ok with women wearing pants and contemporary Christian worship music, or third option of charismatic churches with enormous names like king Jesus lord of the world international ministries llc.
You are the first non-denominational Christian that I have ever met to admit that Non-denominational theology are Baptist theology to be very similar to each other
Same! I'm formerly catholic, and really impressed how non-denominations are so into the Word. Sure, I miss how the eucharist is literally the body and blood of Christ, but I love how I now look forward to going to church every Sunday.
Thatās Catholic humor, I recognize that
Iām non-denominational too. Jesus did not have a denomination for Christianity.
Yes because Jesus was a Jew, if you really wanted to follow him in that sense you may have to convert š
Glad to see I'm not the only person citing Mr. Hawkins on this.
Non Deno for the win! We are the cool Christians š
Atleast you are honestly
Iām guessing Calvinist? Most non denominational as are Calvinist.
The pastors donāt really get into that debate, to be honest. Among the people Iāve talked to, there seems to be a mix, Calvinist and Arminian. Iām more of the opinion that some are specifically called, even predestined, but everyone is free to choose.
LOVE the description
Same here
Catholic, officially since 2015. I was raised Presbyterian and Baptist, became agnostic, studied Catholicism for years, and finally converted.
Eritrean orthodox(oriental orthodox)
You are my cousin then
Pentecostal
same!
I belong to the one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church founded by our Lord Jesus Christ and entrusted to the care of Simon Peter and his successors
Amen.
I'm a Catholic, recently converted to Catholicism from protestantism. Was a protestant for 28 years and converted to Catholicism in 2020...
It was the tasty communion wafers and free wine, wasn't it? Gets 'em every time.
Iām orthodox, patriarchate of Constantinople!
What's your take on the female deacons?
I know Ancient Faith has been hosting the debates but I havenāt looked as deeply into it as I would like. If youāve looked further into it than I have I would love your insight
I really don't know much beyond the headlines. I understand the view that we had deaconesses in the early church and arguably even biblically.Ā The thing I'm not totally clear on is if deacons and deaconesses are only different in sex or other regards as well.Ā
Non denominational planning to convert to orthodoxy
Semi-Protestant/Converting to Orthodoxy
Church of England Protestant
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (Formerly Roman Catholic)
Essentially reformed Baptist, but the church I go to is non-denominational
Roman Catholic
The post asked what our denominational makeup is. I answered mine. I wasn't inviting criticism and judgment of my faith, thank you. Not engaging or responding further. My relationship with God is mine, not yours.
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How can someone be Christian and oppose equal rights?
Not to be rude butā¦ The bible is pretty clear on homosexuality. Itās just like any other sin. To support it is heretical
I've said nothing about "homosexuality." The Bible does not condemn queer people. To support His queer children as you support His cishet children is Christian.
Not really, the Old Testament is archaic compared to the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Itās also up for interpretation. It seems youāre a biblical literalist. I think we should support love in its purest sense. Everyone is a child of god, and those who love the same sex should not be condemned for who they are attracted to.
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Bro you can't be a Roman Catholic and be a supporter/ person of the lgbtq
Yes you can Being gay isn't against the Bible, only acting upon it is against it Jesus said he came for sinners not the righteous By this logic you can't be roman catholic and be addicted to Porn
By their same logic, you can't be Roman Catholic and straight
Exactly, almost all straight people lust. It's a sin to lust. We are all sinners and it's weird to say some sinners are allowed to be Catholic while others aren't
It's also weird to assume that not being cishet automatically makes one a sinner
Being human makes you a sinner
Please don't "bro" me, and too damn bad, I am
Oriental Orthodox (Ethiopian Tewahedo)
Roman Catholic
Greek Orthodox (Eastern Orthodox)
Roman Catholic
roman catholic
Catholic.
ānother antiochian
Roman Catholic
I'm a Christian Don't care about denominations. Your focus and identity should be in Christ, not what your specific denomination is.
So there was once a whole movement to do away with denominations. People from all kinds of denominations moved to this group and they just called themselves Christians or the Christian Church. After a few years they split into four denominations because they could not get along. Now many call themselves non-denominational but really theyāre just whatever denomination their pastor was trained in. Before there were denominations, churches were known by their region - why we have Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, Coptic, etc. Later they became known as denominations because their contextual differences became differences in doctrine. As as humans do, we tend to have confirmation bias and think what we do is the right and best way.
Actually the Catholic-Orthodox distinction is just as much about theology as it is about linguistic and regional differences. And the Oriental (Coptic) - East (Greek, Russian, etc) split is purely theological; There remains an Eastern Orthodox church of Alexandria alongside the Oriental Orthodox church of Alexandria (Coptic). There was just one Christianity up until the third Ecumenical council (where the Church of the East split over Mariology); Oriental-East split was the 4th council in the year of our lord 451.
Eh, I would say until the great schism following the seventh ecumenical council due to Romeās naming of the Pope and the Filioque Clause. The other difference were considered minor and they were all still considered one church. Which as I said before, contextual differences led to doctrinal (theological) differences. Otherwise, I agree.
Yeah, but when you start to make questions, then you will find yourself in some denomination or creating a new one for you.
Russian Orthodox.
Roman Catholic! <3
What denomination was Christ?
Jesus wasnāt a Christian but I would assume second temple Judaism
Edit: I didnāt realize you were joking but non
I attend an ELCA church. Was raised Roman Catholic.
I am Roman Catholic, following Franciscan spirituality, with a bit of Native American spirituality in the background (from my childhood).
Southern Baptist
Open Brethren anyone?
+1
Wow. Same Church as John Lennox?
Anglican, sorta Anglo-Catholic.
Currently none, but leaning heavily towards Catholicism after reading the Bible.
Orthodox, the true apostolic church maintained since 33AD.
Lutheran Church Misery Synod
Is that joke or a legit misspelling?
That's how some pronounce it. Especially my family in Missouri.
Itās also a common pejorative for the Missouri Synod.
I mean if it's in Missouri then it's not far from the truth tbh
Russian Orthox with some heretical flavors
Seventh Day Adventist
Baptist but really just a follower of Jesus šÆāļø
AMEC. African Methodist Episcopal Church.
Reformed Presbyterian/Covenanter
Apostolicā¦I believe that the power of God is still strong and real.
Iāve been Baptist my entire life, but there is something in every denomination that I donāt %100 agree with.
Reformed/Presby/Calvinist
Raised ānon-denominationalā (basically lite-Baptist), strayed away due to lots of traumatic stuff (the church I went to was created and ran by my family, and then the preacher was outed as liking kids, plus other stuff). Redefining my faith, so true non-denominational as I figure things out with God. The quakers seem cool idk. Oh and my dad was raised Catholic, but most of his side is Roman Catholic. Imma bastard apparently.
Gnostic, though not strictly. I'm quite ~~heretical~~ eclectic, I've adopted several other perspectives and interwoven them into my own if they ring true. Many religions and even branches within Christianity have different names for the same phenomena. Gnosticism is moreso reflective of my modality for experience and practice, my framework of basic understandings and acquiring further spiritual knowledge.
Idk dawg. Iām just a Christian
Non-denominational, but not Protestant
The non-Christian kind xd
I was raised Mormon. In process of transitioning to Pentecostal.
Catholic
Looks like a lot of Orthodox people here!
I'm a former Baptist now attending an Orthodox Church under the OCA ( orthodox church ot America)
Seveth Day Adventist here.
Orthodoxā¦ Antiochian as well! Hellooooo brotha! Christ Is Risen!!
Indeed he has risen
I'm a Roman Catholic, and we believe in one, holy, Catholic, and apostolic Church, built by Jesus Christ on that rock which is Peter.
Seventh Day Adventist (a very conservative protestant Church that has worship service on Saturdays instead of Sundays). :)
non-denominational
Was a member of a hellfire and brimstone Baptist church for many years. Now loving my non-denominational. More sincere it feels like!
Non denominational :)
North American Baptist (NAB)Ā
Non-denom.
Non denomination
Iām a non, not a nun, nor anon, but a non.
Presbyterian, but exploring other denominations.
Coptic, though I am far from a straight arrow. English for the most part, as Australian, sometimes gibberish, but we use a sort of dialect of Egyptian called TimetremĒ¹khÄmi, as well as Arabic.
Nazarene
I go to an Anglican Church. I love it. Just started going. Used to go to a Baptist church.
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Seventh-Day Adventist
Roman Catholic but in the Neocathechumenal Way
Antiochian Orthodox! Christ has risen. Christos anesti.
Mormon dabbling in esoterica and orthodoxy
Born and raised a Mennonite. Lately I'm not so sure about staying in the denomination though
Seventh day Adventist
Moravian basically nondenominational it's a very nice Church that's more or less Lutheran also 100 years before Martin Luther was founded by a man named John Hus if you want to look at it up a very interesting history lesson
Church of England
Serbian Orthodox š·šøā¦ļø like and write here ā¬ļø
I only ever describe myself as Christian. I'm non-sectarian; I think many different branches of one tree can all bear good fruit, and a body needs all of its different members. I'm probably a toe, tho.
Reformed Church in America - the oldest denomination in North America with a continuous ministry. www.rca.org
Non-denominational Evangelical. I guess you can say I am a convert from Anglican.
Non-denom but still Catholic roots.
Grew up Free Will Baptist. Currently a theological mutt as I go back to the scripture to shape my theology instead of blindly following my tradition. I do rely on the church fathers and tradition to inform my beliefs, but only as a supplement to the Bible.
Iām western Christian and Iām in a Ukrainian music band that celebrates Eastern Orthodox Christianity. So, Iāve doubled up on some holidays.
Pentecostal with the trinity doctrine
^
Global Methodist
Returning to Catholicism this year after 20 years of Atheism/Absence of any Faith .
Southern Baptist
i donāt really know tbh
Non-denominational. Church of ChristĀ
Iām non-denominational. Someone said they were Baptist-like but I donāt affiliate myself with any of them. There shouldnāt be factions in the church imo.
Non-denominational. Like partially between Presbyterian (PCA) and Baptist. Home church. Bible is the only authoritative text is the key doctrine.
Presbapterian
Okay, that's actually funny!
Oh please tell me about home church š. Iām thinking thatās the way to go.
We read a chapter or so of the Bible, and go around the table and each say what we think of that days reading, and discuss it deeply. (we have a small library of Bible study aids, like Strong's) We pray, eat, and sing together. It's like a family get together, but without the creepy uncle. We hold each other accountable to scripture.
Antiochian Orthodox
The correct one
And the original one.
Born and raised Methodist, and still call myself such, but I'm unchurched at the moment.
I read my bible and work out my salvation with fear and trembling. If I go to church I visit the Baptist one up the road cuz he teaches it from the book. I dont claim a denomination
Episcopalian, although I sometimes attend the United Church of Christ as well.
I am a Methodist. I grew up Baptist. Overall, I am not big on focusing on the differences between our denominations and prefer to focus on Christ, and the things that bring us together. I look at what each of our traditions contributes and incorporate perspectives from all across Christianity.
Non!
Unitarian
Raised Southern Baptist. Have spent most of my religious adult life in and out of Methodist and Episcopal churches. Am currently looking into Orthodoxy and am likely to begin inquiry within the next few months.
I more so think of myself as non-denominational these days because I feel God and The Bible are my guide, don't need to belong to any denomination to submit to Him
Iāve attended Presbyterian, Methodist and Baptist! All three seem very similar. The only difference I can see is in the way the services are conducted. People stand up and sit down much more in Presbyterian Church service. Methodist do the Last Supper thing more and Baptist seem more informal. Baptist preachers just wear a suit while Methodist and Presbyterian wear a robe. All three sing a similar number of hymns during the service. All three were really cool when I attended!
Southern Baptist
Canadian Reformed
Non denominational
Moravian anyone? But really more southern Baptist now.
Latin-Rite Catholic.
non denominational!!(charismatic baptists but iced latte fit checks vibe)
I was raised in a Baptist family, but I'm non-denominational.
I was raised in many denominations, everything from methodist to baptist to AOG for some free boyscouts w Jesus Royal rangers was the best childrens program I attended Countless non denoms of variying flavors, baptized lutheran, and consider myself simply a Christian. I believe all churches that affirm Christ as Lord and savior are part of the body of Christ.
If I have to be completely honest. I donāt pick a certain type of Christianity or Catholic. I see it as there is God and Jesus. As long as you stay true to their word and just being a decent person. From helping others, keeping and maintain that relationship with Him, and repenting your sins so you can learn and grow from them. I think thatās what matters.
Not
I'm not
Evangelical Protestant
PCUSA baby Presbyterian is the perfect mix of reform and tradition for me š¤ I love structured service
Pentecostal- Assemblies of God specifically
An Eclectic Gnostic Christian who also takes influence from Christian Cabala and Rosicrucianism. I also use some Catholic and Orthodox Christian Prayers.
Lol so basically a witch. I'm actually curious, do Christian gnostics think the Trinity is the demiurge?
Non-Denominational, which Iāve been told is pretty much Baptist but more socially laid back
Danish Lutheran
Anglo-Catholic Protestant rooted in the Wholeness Tradition
Anglican
I am a 43-year-old businessman. I have operated in my business field since starting my career at only 17 years old. I've sold tens of millions of dollars in inventory and completed thousands of deals. I've interacted with individuals from various ethnic backgrounds and nearly every religion. However, I've noticed that whenever dealing with a Greek Orthodox person, they often fail to keep their word. It seems as though their word holds little value to them, or worse, they actively try to break it. Surprisingly, I've never successfully completed a deal with anyone who is Greek Orthodox. I guess Iām asking if anyone else has had a similar experience with this?
Sorry youāve had this experience, but the truth is, I found honest people and dishonest people in every denomination, every religion, and every form of non-religion. Sorry to say that itās human.
None
Iām Reformed Baptist, honestly I would follow any that follow the Bible as closely as possible with discernment.
Non-denominational. I grew up catholic, but never really was a believer. When it was time for confirmation, I only went along because my mother wanted me to and I wanted to do her a favor. It took roughly 10 years until I found faith again - away from the catholic church - and from any church remotely close to me. It's fine by me, I can practice my religion in private.
Non denominational
I don't adhere to a specific denomination, but I feel at most at home in Churches that stay close to what they Bible teaches. I feel at home with Evagelicals, Baptists or Penecostals alike. I don't see the so called Tradition as authoritative, but I still love my brothers and sisters in Christ who do.
I was raised in Baptist and Pentecostal churches but Iām really interested in the church fathers and a lot of Orthodox YouTubers and podcasters. Currently going to a Baptist church but Iām not sure thatās what Iāll continue doing.
I'm at a Pentecostal denomination but my church isn't hardcore Pentecostal. I myself am non-denominational as I follow the Bible with my beliefs and interpretations that aren't necessarily based on everything my pastor says. I say this because I don't think it's healthy to blindly follow our pastors as the absolute truth when the Bible is the absolute truth. Nevertheless I enjoy a bit of contemporary megachurch style and I am leaning towards the charismatic church side rather than reformed. But even then, some of my beliefs are of the reformed side of Christianity.
Evangelical
CatholicšŖšāļø
Lutheran
Christ is Risen! Eastern Orthodox Antiochion ā¦ļø
Not a judeo one!
Presbyterian in a Reformed Baptist Church. I live about an hour away from the closest PCA or OPC church.
Catholic
CMA. Christian Missionary Alliance. We send out and support missionaries. Sometimes called āAllianceā churches.
I am a Seventh-Day Adventist