Mainline/Liberal Protestant: historical evolution, core theology and social impact
Liberal and mainline Protestantism are an important part of modern Christianity, representing religious forces that sought to integrate traditional beliefs with modern science, reason, and progressive social values after the Enlightenment. By understanding the evolution of these sects, you can more clearly observe the interaction of religion and secular society. If you'd like to understand your own religious leanings, you can also take the Christian Denominational Orientation Test to explore the religious traditions that best align with your values.