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What changes did Edward VI make to the churches?
Laws are passed to make England a Protestant country The country was ruled by ‘Protectors’ on his behalf. They passed laws – with Edward’s agreement – which made the Church Protestant. The Latin Mass was no longer used. A Book of Common Prayer was introduced.
What changes did Mary make to the Church?
She had been brought up as a strict Roman Catholic and was horrified by her half-brother’s changes. The Catholic Mass was restored and Holy Communion was banned. All priests had to be Catholic; the basic furniture in the Protestant churches was replaced with the colourful furniture and paintings of the Catholic Church.
What did Edward change?
During Edward’s reign, major changes did occur. Laws were passed to make churches more plain. Catholic churches were rich in decorations and colour. Now under Edward, stained glass windows and pictures were removed from churches; the furniture within churches became very basic and plain.
What is the difference between Catholic and Protestant religion?
Catholics believe that the Catholic Church is the original and first Christian Church. Protestants follow the teachings of Jesus Christ as transmitted through the Old & New Testament. Protestants believe that there is only one God and that be has revealed himself as the Trinity.
Was Mary’s restoration of Catholicism popular?
Mary’s reign was seen as a triumph; she had easily restored Catholic beliefs and rituals to the English Church and had even brought back the papal headship. Her Catholic Reformation was genuinely popular and had little opposition.
What are the two items used in the Holy Communion?
Two items are used in the Holy Communion—the bread which represents Jesus’ body that was scourged and broken before and during His crucifixion, and the cup which represents His shed blood.
How often should we keep the Holy Communion?
Some argue that they keep the Holy Communion or Last Supper every day, once a week or once a month in order to remember Jesus’ sacrifice by quoting 1 Corinthians.
What does the Holy Communion mean to you?
Two items are used in the Holy Communion—the bread which represents Jesus’ body that was scourged and broken before and during His crucifixion, and the cup which represents His shed blood. When Jesus walked on earth, He was vibrant, and His body was full of life and health. He was never sick.
What happened to the mass in the Catholic Church?
The Mass was abolished and replaced with Holy Communion – the difference being that the bread and wine now only represented Christ and did not become Christ. Predestination – the belief that it was already decided if you were bound for heaven or hell – was accepted.