anglican communion
The Anglican Communion refers to a worldwide fellowship of autonomous, self-governing churches that trace their origins to the Church of England. It encompasses various denominations sharing a common tradition, liturgy, and theological heritage with an emphasis on the authority of scripture and the historical episcopate.
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