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A Christian {{Infobox_Contents |topic_name = Iglesia ni Cristo (Church which emmerged in the Philippines through the preaching and teaching of the late Bro. Felix Y. Manalo.Christ) |subtopics = [[Trinity]], [[Nature of Christ]] |opinion_pieces = {{short_opinions}} |}}
== Doctrines =="Iglesia ni Cristo" is an exclusive religion related to mainstream Christianity which emmerged in the Philippines through the preaching and teaching of the late Felix Manalo. It denies the doctrine of the [[Trinity]] and [[Deity of Christ]] and teaches that a person can only be saved through becoming a member of the Iglesia ni Christo.
The Iglesia ni Cristo believes in:=== Doctrines ===
== Organizations of the Church == There are many a number of organizations within the Church of Christ in which most members may belong. The most common are '''Buklod''' (for married members 18+), '''KADIWAKadiwa''' (for unmarried members 18+), '''Binhi'''(for members 12-18). Other organizations are Adults Choir, Junior Choir, Secretariats, Financial and many more.
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The Iglesia ni Cristo teaches that:
* God the Father is the only true God.
* Jesus is the Son of God, mediator between God and Man and redeemer of human sins
* That Jesus is preparing a Holy City in Heaven for those faithful members of the Church of Christ
=== Worship Service ===
The Iglesia ni Cristo believes teaches that the worship service should be foremost in the life of a member of the Church of Christ. It is compulsary that each and every member attend two worship services weekly. (Usually , usually Thursdays and Sundays) . A worship service consists of hymns, prayers, sermon, offering, doxology and bendiction. The worship service is usually led by an ordained minister of the church and is commonly held at the local chapel or locale. The Iglesia ni Cristo are famous for their often have large, emmaculate, narrow-spired chapel buildings which are found in every town and city within the Philippine Islands.
=== Heirachy ===
The Iglesia ni Cristo is led by the Executive Minister of the church. Felix Manalo was the first Executive Minister and now his son Erano G. Manalo currently serves as Executive Minister. Below him is the Deputy-Executive Minister which is like the position of a Vice-President. Erano's son Eduardo Manalo currently serves as Deputy Executive Minister. Along with twelve other ministers, collective they form what is known as the Central Administration. The Central Administration is where all policies are set for the remainder of the church's followers. Below them is the District Administration and the Local Administration.
=== Organizations of the Religion ===
==Quotes==
==Links==
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iglesia_ni_Cristo Wikipedia - Iglesia ni Cristo]
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