The religious movement that was closely linked to progressivism was

Answer: The Social Gospel

Explanation: The social gospel is a form of reform that addresses societal issues ranging from poverty, abortion, injustice etc. It distinguish itself from early Christianity as it focuses more on problems resulting from industrialization. Social gospel played a significant role on the development of Christianity and modern civilization. It was a movement born out of

Liberal progressives with emphasis on the immanent of God. Hence the name progressivism.