Ask most people today if they have heard of the Baptist and Catholic religion and most would say yes. In many ways, the two are very similar. For example, both are based on the Christian faith, the belief in the Trinity and that God is the one true God. Both religions agree that Jesus died on the cross and rose again to atone for our sins. They share a 27-book New Testament and insist that salvation comes from Christ alone. On the other hand, although the Baptist and Catholic religions have similarities, they also have differences, such as their services, fellowship, and views on salvation. The first difference between the two religions lies in their services. Roman Catholic services are held in sanctuaries ornately decorated with artwork, crosses, statues, candles, incense, and kneeling pews. The elaborate decorations of shrines have much to do with the Catholic practice of icon worship. Catholic members also offer their prayers to Mary and the saints as well as to God during the service. Services are very orderly and organized with great member participation....