Igreja Protestante

Igreja Protestante refers to Protestant churches, a branch of Christianity that originated in the 16th-century Reformation, challenging certain doctrines and practices of the Catholic Church. Protestantism emphasizes principles such as individual interpretation of Scripture, salvation by faith alone, and the authority of the Bible. These churches often have diverse denominations, like Lutherans, Baptists, and Methodists, and typically focus on personal faith, community worship, and social engagement. In Brazil and Portuguese-speaking countries, "Igreja Protestante" broadly encompasses various non-Catholic Christian communities, reflecting a significant and growing religious landscape outside the Catholic tradition.