Sentence 1: Thus the publication of local catechisms , such as the Dutch catechism , was confirmed , although Dutch views on certain theological issues within the Church remain controversial .
Sentence 2: Thus , the issuance of Dutch catechisms , such as the Dutch Catechism , was confirmed , although local views on particular theological issues remain controversial within the Church .
Question: Do Sentence 1 and Sentence 2 express the same meaning? Yes or No?