Reformation Reformers of the Reformation and Their Problems with the Church

Martin Luther Problem: –Sale of Indulgences –Corruption in the Church Solution: –Posting of the Ninety-Five Theses –Spoke out on issues Beliefs: –Salvation by faith –Bible is the source of truth –All are equal in faith

Henry VIII Problem: –Wanted his marriage annulled –Church has too much power Solution: –Parliament passes laws ending Pope’s power –Act of Supremacy makes him head of Church Beliefs: –Priests can marry –Mass is said in English (not Latin)

John Calvin Problem: –Follower of Luther’s teachings Solution: –Expanded on Luther’s ideas and published a book expressing those ideas Beliefs: –Predestination –Theocracy (government run by religion) –Bible is source of truth/ interpret for yourself