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In the United States, the Anglican Church is primarily represented by the Episcopal Church. The Episcopal Church is a part of the worldwide Anglican Communion and maintains the traditions and liturgical practices of Anglicanism. It emphasizes inclusivity and social justice, playing a significant role in American religious and cultural life.
Spencer Miller has written: 'The Church must decide' -- subject(s): Church and social problems, Episcopal Church
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The Episcopal Church began as a result of the American colonies' desire for independence from British rule, including the Church of England. Following the American Revolution, many Anglicans sought to establish a separate, self-governing church that maintained traditional Anglican worship and beliefs. In 1789, the Episcopal Church was officially founded as the American branch of the Anglican Communion, focusing on inclusivity, social justice, and community service.
The key differences between the Anglican and Episcopal denominations lie in their organizational structures and geographical locations. Anglicanism is a global tradition with various national churches, while the Episcopal Church is the American branch of Anglicanism. Additionally, the Episcopal Church tends to be more liberal in its theology and social stances compared to some Anglican churches.
John Patrick McDowell has written: 'The social gospel in the South' -- subject(s): Church and social problems, Church history, History, Home missions, Methodist Church, Missions, Social gospel, South Methodist Episcopal Church, Women in missionary work
Fredrica Harris Thompsett has written: 'Living with history' -- subject(s): Anglican Communion, Church of England, Episcopal Church, History 'Courageous incarnation' -- subject(s): Doctrines, Anglican Communion, Church and social problems, Christian sociology, Episcopal Church, Incarnation, Process theology
Robert Martin McKeon has written: 'The Canadian Catholic social justice paradigm' -- subject(s): Catholic Church, Catholic Church. Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops. Episcopal Commission for Social Affairs, Church and social problems, Religious aspects, Religious aspects of Social justice, Social justice
An episcopal school is a private, independent institution that is affiliated with the Episcopal Church. These schools emphasize a holistic education that integrates academic excellence with spiritual development, often fostering a sense of community and service. They typically promote values such as inclusivity, respect, and social responsibility, reflecting the principles of the Episcopal faith. Episcopal schools often encourage students to engage in religious and ethical discussions, regardless of their personal backgrounds.
Yes and No. The Roman Catholic Church is not the Episcopal Church, However the Roman Catholic Church is an "episcopal" church. This means that it is a church that is governed by bishops. The term "episcopal" or "episkopos" is simply Greek for Bishop. The Episcopal Church is the American Branch of the Anglican Communion whose mother Church is the Church of England. The Church of England broke ties with the Roman Catholic Church in 1539 under the reign of King Henry VIII. It was later realigned with Rome under the reign of his daughter Mary (AkA Bloody Mary). After Mary's Death Elizabeth the Great took reign in England and the Church in England once again became independent of Rome, this time for good. This became known as The Church of England or The Anglican Church. After the American Revolution the Anglican Church in the United States became independent of the Church of England for obvious political reasons and changed the name to The Protestant Episcopal Church in the United States of America, aKa The Episcopal Church. Although the Episcopal Church and the Anglican Communion as a whole are no longer under the leadership of Rome, they retain apostolic succession through the 3 fold ministry of deacons priests and bishops. They also hold strong to the sacraments of Baptism and Holy Eucharist as being the central Sacraments of the Christian faith, necessary for all Christians to participate in. Those other Sacramental rites of the church inspired by the guidance of the Holy Spirit, Confirmation, Reconciliation, Matrimony, Ordination and Unction are also Sacramental but not necessary for all Christians in the same way that Baptism and Eucharist are.
A chart showing the different social classes under the feudal system is represented by a triangle. The lowest class in society can be found at the bottom while the highest class is at the topmost.