How did Protestant Christianity begin and spread?


What are the distinctive beliefs of Protestantism, and how do they differ from Catholic teaching?


How do "non-denominational Bible churches" compare with the "mainline" branches of Protestantism?


Why are some Protestant groups anti-Catholic, and what can I do to foster better relations with them and help them understand Catholicism?


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