[HarleyD]

These are the classic Baptist Distinctives that just about every Baptist church adheres to.

That's a good list. Interestingly, while Baptists' statement of faith tends to be sparce and churches are run independently, I find I can go into just about any Baptist Church and know exactly what to expect from the services, the pastors and the congregations. Unfortunately the same can not be said for many churches who have detailed creeds or theological statements.

[Cronos]

Unfortunately the same can not be said for many churches who have detailed creeds or theological statements.

the Creed is part of The Church, it is the central tenet of Christian belief, beautifully encapsulating everything that defines us as Christian. You cannot deny it without denying Christianity.

I would also state that I've been for Masses in nearly a dozen different languages in myriad countries and I know it so well, the meaning transcends the language.