Biography of the angelican religions

THE BASICS
First and foremost, Anglicans are Christians. Globally, Anglicans form the third largest body of Christians in the world (around 80 million members) behind the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox churches.

ORIGINS OF THE NAME
The name “Anglican” is traced back to the ancient Anglo-Saxon tribes of Europe.

The tribal name was spelled “Engles” or “Angles” and the tribe’s speech was the precursor to the English language. Their island became known as England, and their Christians were known as Anglicans. The name has nothing to do with “angels.”

GLOBAL ANGLICANS
Just as the English language spread with the British empire, so did Anglican Christianity.

When Anglicans resettled in new lands, they brought their personal faith with them. Chaplains and pastors were often among their number.

Biography of the angelican religions of the world

Additionally, many Anglicans traveled as missionaries to share the Gospel. Consequently, Anglican churches now exist all over the world in more than countries. As Anglican Ch