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Name of founder: Jesus Christ
Who they split from: the Roman Catholic Church
What were the reasons for the split: They split due to disagreements over the Pope's universal authority versus Eastern patriarchal authority -
Name of founder: Martin Luther
Who they split from: the Roman Catholic Church
Reasons for split: Martin Luther's challenges to corruption and practices like the sale of indulgences, emphasizing that salvation comes only through God's grace and faith, not good works or church purchasing power -
Founder: King Henry VIII
Split from: Roman Catholic Church
Reason: Henry rejected the Pope’s authority after being denied a divorce. -
Founder: John Knox
Split from: Roman Catholic Church
Reason: Knox promoted reformed theology and a new form of church governance. -
Founder: John Smyth
Split from: Church of England
Reason: They believed only adults should be baptized and wanted a pure church. -
Founder: John Wesley
Split from: Church of England
Reason: Wesley wanted revival, holiness, and to reach ordinary people with preaching. -
Founder: Union of churches
Split from: Methodist, Presbyterian, Congregational
Reason: They joined to create unity and strengthen their shared mission. -
Founder: Brian Houston
Split from: Australian Christian Churches (Pentecostal)
Reason: Houston wanted a new church with modern music and global vision.