How did Protestant churches practice self-governance? Protestant churches were run by priests and bishops, who were appointed by the king.

Protestant congregations elected the parish priest, who made all decisions for the parish.

Protestant congregations chose a parish council, and the council appointed the priest.

Protestant churches chose priests to read and interpret the Bible for them.

Ineed ! 10 more minutes until test is ! will give 15+ points and ! kansas history which is an example of popular sovereignty? a. the fugitive slave law enforces stricter penalties for people who runaways. b. the united states congress passes a bill limiting the slave trade. c. settlers in nebraska vote on whether they wish to make slavery legal. d. an abolitionist exercises free speech by publishing a newspaper.