What is the difference between the Anabaptist and the Mennonite?

Answer 1

The main difference is in the form of church government.

Methodists use a form of church government called Congregational which, broadly speaking, means that the congregation - those who are members of a specific local church, make the decisions regarding the local church.

Presbyterians use a Presbyterian form of church government which is representative in nature. The local congregation selects representatives who then form a "session". The session then makes the main decisions for the local church. It's very similar to the way things are done in US governing bodies.

In reality, some methodists practice a form of government called connectional congregationalism that isn't altogether different from the presbyterian form of government.

In regard to doctrine, there are several variants of both Methodist and Presbyterian denominations and within these variants there can be quite a few differences. Generally, the doctrine is very similar.

Answer 2

Lutheran and Mennonite differencesThere are a huge number of differences.

Lutherans arose from the teachings of Martin Luther, the Reformer, and the Mennonites came from Menno Simon's beliefs and were part of the group referred to as Anabaptists ( a taunt meaning 're-baptiser').

A major difference is the mode and meaning of baptism. Lutherans often baptize infants with sprinkling water on the head and do not place much importance on the mode of application, while Mennonites baptize by pouring water. More significantly, Mennonites only baptize upon a personal profession of faith and repentance, and would never baptize a person not old enough to decide for themselves.

Mennonites are also pacifists.

Both believe in salvation by grace, but Lutherans see that operating through the sacrament of baptism, while Mennonites see that a personal acceptance is necessary. Mennonites stress the importance of godly living and are more likely to take God's word literally in their daily life. While they do not believe in works salvation, they see that it is important to maintain personal holiness lest a believer go astray. Conservative Mennonites dress simply and shun worldly forms of entertainment. Lutherans are much less likely to see a compromise between these and their Christian life.

The sacrament of communion is accepted by Lutheran doctrine to truly be the body and blood of Christ - although stopping short of the Catholic transubstantiation. Mennonites see the elements as symbolic. Mennonites also include foot-washing, anointing, and the holy kiss greeting with the sacraments while Lutherans do not.

The Lutheran Church is highly organized with a structure of hierarchy. The Mennonites are more loosely organized, with greater emphasis on the local individual church. The men in a Mennonite church are more responsible for the running of the church, whereas a Lutheran church has directions from the hierarchy as well as highly structured committees and boards.

Answer 3

There are a great many difference between the Anglican and Mennonite churches, in their history, their liturgy and ritual, and in their organization. Anglican worship is "high," meaning that it is elaborately ritualized, closely following the ancient Mass and sacrifice of the Eucharist. Anglican clergy are priests, and their organization follows the hierarchical structure with deacons and archdeacons, bishops and archbishops. As the name suggests, the Anglican Church originated in England.

In contrast, Mennonite worship is quite simple. The church originated in northern Europe among Germans and Dutch, following the principles of Frisian Menno Simons (1496-1561.) Interestingly, early Mennonites were persecuted by both the Roman Catholic Church and by the early Protestants.

Answer 4

Presbyterians start with P while congregationalists starts with C.

Answer 5

mennonites are anabaptists