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Episcopal Church (Noun)

An autonomous branch of the Anglican Communion in Scotland.

Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.

The Episcopal Church in Scotland is the autonomous branch of the Anglican Communion in Scotland and is also part of the global Anglican Communion.
The Scottish Episcopal Church was the established church of Scotland until the Reformation and the establishment of the Church of Scotland in 1560.
The church has seven dioceses covering all of Scotland, each led by a bishop, which oversee the Episcopalian churches in different regions.
The Scottish Episcopal Church follows the faith of the Anglican Communion that Scotland's church was once a part of before separating in 1560.
The theological emphasis and moral stance in practice can be seen in many Anglican or Episcopalian churches because of the similarities resulting from common heritage.

United States church that is in communication with the see of Canterbury.

Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.

The Episcopal Church in the United States is a part of the worldwide Anglican Communion and maintains a close relationship with the See of Canterbury.
In 2003, the Episcopal Church in the United States faced controversy over the ordination of openly gay bishops.
The history of the Episcopal Church in the United States dates back to colonial times when the Church of England held influence over American colonies.
As a church in the Anglican Communion, the Episcopal Church in the United States maintains a strong historical and spiritual connection with the See of Canterbury.
Under the leadership of its Presiding Bishop, the Episcopal Church in the United States aims to unite Episcopalians across the nation in their shared faith and devotion.