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Learn about the Church of Sweden, the largest Lutheran denomination in Europe and the third-largest in the world. Find out how it separated from Rome, adopted the Augsburg Confession, and became an open national church with diverse influences and traditions.
Learn about the Church of Sweden, the Lutheran denomination that was the state church until 2000. Explore its origins, development, and role in the Reformation, the ecumenical movement, and the World Council of Churches.
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Jun 12, 2024 · Learn about the Church of Sweden, the separation of church and state, the ritual role of religion, and the other big religions in Sweden. Explore the history, culture and challenges of religion in a secular and multicultural society.
Learn about the origins, development and current status of the Church of Sweden, the national Lutheran church in Sweden. Find out how it relates to other churches and ecumenical organizations, and how it engages in diaconal and missionary work worldwide.
Feb 15, 2024 · A document by the World Council of Churches celebrating 150 years of international engagement by the Church of Sweden. It highlights the church's role in ecumenism, human rights, social justice, and women's leadership.
Learn about the history, theology and organization of the Lutheran-Protestant denomination in Sweden. Find out how it became the Swedish state church and later separated from the government in 2000.