Catholic Answers School of Apologetics: Answering Protestantism Online Course

Answering Protestantism gives Catholics the confidence to understand—and thoughtfully respond to—one of the most influential movements in Christian history.

Many Catholics encounter Protestant objections about Scripture, salvation, authority, and the sacraments but aren’t sure how to answer without sounding defensive or dismissive. This course provides a clear, charitable, and intellectually grounded framework for engaging those questions with confidence.

You’ll examine the foundational principles of Protestantism, including *sola scriptura* and *sola fide*, and learn how these ideas developed historically and why they continue to shape Christian belief today. More importantly, you’ll discover how Catholic teaching offers a coherent, biblically rooted response—one that preserves the fullness of Christian faith handed on from the earliest centuries of the Church.

Rather than relying on sound bites or debates, Answering Protestantism equips you with the tools to explain Catholic beliefs clearly, recognize areas of agreement, and address real objections with accuracy and respect.

Whether you’re engaging friends, family, or fellow Christians—or simply want to deepen your own understanding—this course will help you move beyond confusion and toward confident, informed dialogue rooted in truth and charity.

Course Overview

Answering Protestantism equips Catholics to understand Protestant beliefs and respond with clarity, charity, and confidence. Learn how Catholic teaching addresses key objections about Scripture, salvation, authority, and the sacraments through Scripture, history, and reason.

Topics covered:

This course focuses on the most important areas of disagreement between Protestantism and Catholicism, emphasizing clarity, accuracy, and charitable engagement.

• What Is Protestantism?
• Scripture and Authority (Sola Scriptura)

Salvation and Justification (Sola Fide)

The Church, Sacraments, and Authority

Practical Tips for Dialogue with Protestants

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