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Anglican Chaplaincy Resources

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About Anglican Christianity

Anglicanism is a Western Christian tradition which developed from the practices, liturgy, and identity of the Church of England following the English Reformation, in the context of the Protestant Reformation in Europe. It is one of the largest branches of Christianity, with around 110 million adherents.



Dr Kenneth Rockwood has spent his career advancing geriatric medical care. Photo: Dalhousie University
Dr Kenneth Rockwood has spent his career advancing geriatric medical care. Photo: Dalhousie University

Attitudes to death

  • Even in the most extreme and challenging of circumstances, the process of dying can prove to be an unexpected source of profound healing.

  • Anglicans believe that the waters of baptism bring them into the family of the Church and open a new door to life, free from the forces of sin and death.

  • Individual freedom to refuse medication or resuscitation or refuse treatment that the patient regards as burdensome.

  • Anglican clergy are referred to as priests.


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