Do Lutherans lean more towards Rome or non-Denominational churches?

Do Lutherans lean more towards Rome or non-Denominational churches?

Author: 1517 May 31, 2021 Duration: 11:25

Ted asks about where Lutherans are in relationship to Roman Catholicism and other denominations. Rod talks about a number of different denominations, particularly in relation to Roman Catholicism, and what makes Lutherans unique among the set.

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