What is the difference between catholic and lutheran?

In spite of the differences in theology of Catholic Church, Lutherans continue to use pre-reformation church liturgical practices and sacramental teachings. The Protestants church teaches the doctrine of Luther and does not accept the Pope as their leader. read more

By The Editors August 18, 2017 In terms of similarity of belief, Lutherans* and Catholics agree that the celebration of the Eucharist involves a sacrifice of praise and self-offering that unites the believer with the sacrifice of Christ, which was a unique, one-time event that is not “repeated” in the Eucharistic celebration. read more

Unlike the Roman Catholic Church, Lutherans do not believe the office of the papacy as such has any divine authority or that Christians need to submit to the Pope's authority to be "true" members of the visible church. Differences remain about both the number and the nature of the sacraments. read more