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This piece explores the key figures and founding beliefs of various religious movements in America, including The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Methodism, Lutheranism, and the Society of Friends. It analyzes the reasons for their separation from traditional doctrines, highlighting their unique symbols and sacrament views. Additionally, it examines the impact of leaders like Joseph Smith, John Wesley, and George Fox, as well as their responses to perceived apathy in established religions, particularly the Church of England.
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Symbols Founders Reasons for Separation American Leaders Sacraments 100 100 100 100 100 200 200 200 200 200 300 300 300 300 300 400 400 400 400 400 500 500 500 500 500
Uncompromising approach and beliefs at odds with established religion
Had a vision to restore Christianity to Gospel values; believed a new prophet was needed
Reacted against perceived apathy in Church of England, Church of England refused to ordain new ministers for them in America; Rejected predestination
Philip Embury, Robert Strawbridge, Francis Asbury, Thomas Coke
The same seven as Roman Catholicism, though only Baptism and Eucharist are considered “necessary”.