Anglican Communion is an association of these churches in full communion with the Church of England (which may be regarded as the mother church of the worldwide communion) and specifically with its principal primate, the Archbishop of Canterbury. The status of full communion means, ideally, that there is mutual agreement on essential doctrines, and that full participation in the sacramental life of each national church is available to all communicant Anglicans.
This is one of the largest Churches in the USA. Its been the spiritual home of many of the nation's leaders. Its ties to other Anglican Churches around the world and its claim to apostolic succession are two of its most beautiful aspects.
Today there is much contraversy within the Church over ordination of homosexuals and blessing of same sex partnerships.
Are you an Episcopalian? And, if so, how do you feel about these matters?
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