How does the Orthodox branch of Christianity differ from Roman Catholicism?

How are Roman Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy similar and different? The Roman Catholic Church is more focused on law, logic and the central authority of the Pope, while the Eastern Orthodox Church is more concerned with maintaining the mystery of faith and governing through consensus.

Why did the divide between Catholicism and Orthodox Christianity arise?

The Great Schism came about due to a complex mix of religious disagreements and political conflicts. One of the many religious disagreements between the western (Roman) and eastern (Byzantine) branches of the church had to do with whether or not it was acceptable to use unleavened bread for the sacrament of communion.

What is the current relationship between the Orthodox and Catholic churches?

The Catholic Church believes the pope to be infallible in matters of doctrine. Orthodox believers reject the infallibility of the pope and consider their own patriarchs, too, as human and thus subject to error. In this way, they are similar to Protestants, who also reject any notion of papal primacy.

Is Catholicism older than orthodox?

Neither is older than the other. Both are orthodox (right thinking) and catholic (universal). However, there is a church older than both of the above. The Jerusalem Church.

Did the Eastern Orthodox come over to the Catholic church willingly?

These groups mostly came over willingly. While some did come over by force, the Orthodox also forcibly converted large numbers of Eastern Catholics Orthodoxy. This objection by Orthodox is really just an appeal to enlightenment ideas of freedom of religion that have not been historically held by Orthodoxy or Catholicism.

Can a new Catholic convert teach church doctrine?

For this reason, I urge Lizzie and all the other new Catholic converts out there, forego the overly-emotive opining on Catholic theology for a bit, and just enjoy the blessings of your newfound spiritual home. You can teach Church doctrine once you actually understand it.

What is the difference between Orthodox and Catholic missionary work?

Orthodox report large missions currently in Africa and Latin America, but the numbers are highly exaggerated and are often self-reported to be 10 or 100 times larger than what is recorded on official censuses by the government or third parties. On the other hand, Catholics have a long and glorious history of missionary work.

What event triggered your shift from Orthodoxy to Catholicism?

The other major event that triggered my shift towards Catholicism was reading about the history of Catholic missionary work. In Orthodoxy, there are a few saints that are famous for missions: Sts. Cyril and Methodius (who were before the schism), St. Nicholas of Japan, and St. Herman of Alaska.