Faith + good works = salvation

I'm Buzzo, and this is my first debate on Debate.org.I am a Catholic Christian.Carefully read the terms of participating in this debate. There are 5 sections to study.Basic information about this debateThis debate concerns the religion of Christianity.Instigator's stance: Salvation is conditional; we must earn itContender's stance: Sola fide; faith alone saves usmy preferred opponent: Protestant/anti-CatholicIt is highly recommended for the contender to be a Protestant or some kind of Christian who is inherently against the 'Faith + good works = salvation' mindset.5 rounds1st roundAcceptance of debate and further layout of terms and definitions.The contender is required to share with us the religion he/she follows as he/she accepts the debate.2nd roundOpening statements The Contender will merely present his/her own opening statements. He/she will not rebut my opening statements until the third round.3rd roundPresentation of new statements, elaboration of existing statements, and rebuttal of each other's opening statements4th roundfurther rebuttal of each other's statements; no new statements are to be made5th roundfinal summary of existing statementsBasic Rules and RegulationsRockyLightning's threadhttp://www.debate.org...Read post #2 carefully. Practice none of the bad conduct listed.Neither the instigator, contender, nor commentators will disrespect the beliefs of others.Challenging the beliefs of others is fine, provided that we won't threaten each other with insults and divinely inspired punishments.Rules and Regulations regarding Text and fontIf we mention a user of Debate.org, we will use Comic Sans MS font, size 3.Ex: Buzzo will be written as BuzzoWhenever we start typing in new statements and rebuttals, we will use opening statements as headings for those new statements and rebuttals.The opening statements will be written in Arial black, any size depending on preference.Ex: Good works are vital to salvation(then type in your argument below this heading)I disagree with my opponent's stance regarding the importance of good works(then type in your argument below this heading)The purpose of statement headings is to organize the debate layout; making it easier on the eyes for observers.The comments sectionCommentator and observers will abandon any stereotypes they have toward both the Instigator and Contender and their respective beliefs.The Instigator and Contender will not use the comments section to refute each other's statements.They will use the comments section to clarify their own statements with curious commentators and to update the observers and commentators on their current situation.Terms and DefinitionsObserver : One who reads the statements of both debating parties.Commentator: One who comments on this debate via the comment section.Christianity is a religion dedicated to following the teachings of Jesus Christ.A Catholic is a Christian who advocates the 'faith + good works = salvation' mindset.A Protestant is a Christian who advocates that faith alone saves us.Faith --> Confidence in the divine.Good works --> Deeds that are done to please the divine._______________________________________________________________________Should the Instigator, Contender, or any commentator disrespect the rules and regulations of this debate, as well as the general rules and regulations of Debate.org, both the observers and the commentators are required to report the Culprit to a suitable moderator. Good luck to whoever accepts this debate.