I have lived in various parts of the US, England, and Brazil. I have visited ten other countries. I am very interested in religion and have visited many different churches/religions.
I don't think I'm criticizing any particular church when I say this, but I found that churches differ significantly from one place to another. The Catholic Church service in Brazil is quite different from an American mass. Of course the most important elements are the same, but the culture differences ensure that there will be differences in beliefs. Veneration of saints is much stronger in Latin American countries than it is in the US and Europe. In Brazil, although not officially, the Catholic tradition is often mixed with African religious beliefs.
The differences between Protestant churches, even of the same denomination, is even more drastic. I remember talking to people from two different Assembly of God congregations. One was telling me that their pastor did not allow women to wear pants and that their skirts had to pass their knees while the other could wear pants, but swimming was prohibited. I think I would be hard-pressed to find an American congregation that shared those same beliefs.
In the end, the only church that I have ever encountered that has a strong system for maintaining the uniformity of their beliefs throughout the world in every congregation (and I have visited many, many congregations) is The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the Mormons). They are sincerely dedicated to maintaining their doctrine pure and unchanged throughout the world--whether it be the US, Argentina, France, Hong Kong, Nigeria, or wherever.
2007-05-17 03:49:42
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answered by Anonymous
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Jehovah's Witnesses. Where ever you go in the world you will find the same teaching at any Kingdom Hall. We are all united in following Jesus Christ as he taught in the Bible. We reject any belief not based in the Bible. Most people will be surprised at how many things they were taught and cling to are not in the Bible.
In our meetings, you will find all manner of races, tribes, former enemies, all together peacefully enjoying spiritual food provided. Families sit together and learn together.
If there are disagreements, as being human, there will be from time to time, it is handled according to Bible principles. As outlined in Matt. 18: 15-18, first forgive, if not go to our brother and talk out the problem. Don't let it fester in silence. If that doesn't work, take a couple of mature brothers with you so all can be sorted out. If even that doesn't work, to before the congregation. Keeping this sound Bible council allows us to keep our brotherhood intact.
It is quite nice to know where ever I go, there will be family all working for the same goal of preaching and teaching the good news of God's Kingdom from the Bible.
2007-05-17 03:55:53
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answered by grnlow 7
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
gw
2007-05-17 03:59:52
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answered by georgewallace78 6
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Jehovah's Witnesses. We use the comparable bible and track e book. that's particularly advantageous to pay attention the songs in a distinctive language. international we use the comparable format for each assembly and study the comparable textile. the comparable bible examining each and each week and so on... we are international analyzing the e book of Revelation dazzling now. you will on no account pass to a congregation that has "that's own way of doing issues". God is prepared and each little thing is complete in a commonly used technique and in a well timed way. I in simple terms had an project final week giving talk #3 on Armageddon. i'm particular yet another Jehovah's Witnesses at here gave the comparable talk. There are fairly much one hundred,000 congregations international. this type of employer can purely be executed by God's spirit. a million Cor. 14: 40 "yet permit all issues ensue decently and by way of association."
2017-01-10 04:19:57
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answered by leeks 4
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Many Christian denominations (Catholic, Orthodox, Protestant) teaches the same doctrines. It is the small, trivial, little things that might differ regarding culture and traditions of the people. However there are sects, like Jehowa's and Mormons, who radically departs from mainstream Christian doctrine. This is why we need to "test the spirits", like Apostle Paul said and ask the Holy Spirit for wisdom.
2007-05-17 02:52:44
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answered by The Desert Bird 5
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I think you have some agenda you are working towards. Christians have no SECTS by the way. And the denominational dogma is the same within the denomination...just all people are not told they have to believe the denominational dogma in some churches of leave.
So...which SECT are you touting and the right and only one.
2007-05-17 02:45:24
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answered by Jelly Beans 3
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I agree with grmlow jws earthwide study the same publications each week in all their congregations, and also they have talks which are given on the same day earth wide on several dates in the year.
2007-05-17 04:31:28
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answered by the1and only 1
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None of them are "exactly" the same. We, as believers, must believe the same on the essentials of the faith, but beyond that there is great latitude in how a Christian should worship, serve, and live his life. This latitude is what causes so many different flavors of Christianity.
2007-05-17 03:19:31
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answered by Freedom 7
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Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (mormons)
2007-05-17 02:44:35
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answered by Ally J 3
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I have went to a few Missionary Baptist churches in different states and all teach the same.
2007-05-17 02:45:58
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answered by Anonymous
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