Things To Know About Episcopal Church Cornelius NC

By Donald Stevens


Episcopal denomination goes down the books of history as one of the denominations that have remained stable through times, since its foundation in 1789. Based in New York, the denomination however enjoys massive following across USA, Taiwan, Caribbean, Micronesia, South America as well as Central America. To be precise, in USA, there are several dioceses across various states like North Carolina. Episcopal Church Cornelius NC primarily is a constituent church of Anglican Communion.

According to a recent study, the denomination has slightly over two million baptized and loyal members worldwide, with majority of them being from United States. In fact, the denomination was ranked among the fifteen largest denominations of all time, in US. This clearly shows that the denomination has stood the test of time and enjoys huge masses of following in US, especially in states like North Carolina and others. There are myriad followers or Episcopalians across the cities in the state, especially Cornelius City.

Overall, believers of the said denomination are people of high economic statures, and also have remarkable political or social standing. In simpler terms, Episcopalians in Cornelius NC City and other parts are wealthier and more influential, compared to other religious affiliations. Studies reveal that many of the believers have scooped bachelor degrees, and others even post-bachelor certifications. This further proves how educated majority of followers are.

Nonetheless, Episcopal Church has also experienced a myriad of shortcomings. These have been largely fueled by the many controversies surrounding various social disputes, among members. One of the biting issues to date regards female ordination. Another misunderstanding results from contradicting opinions on position of homosexual Episcopalians and the whole issue of same-sex relationships. The denomination leadership strongly appreciates even homosexuals as being children of God and thus should not be condemned, while a section of believers perceive same-sex marriages as ethically unacceptable and a breach of culture or moral standings.

As stated by its name, this religion just like other Anglican subsidiaries, is governed in accordance with the Episcopal polity, and has its own systems and doctrines of canon laws. This therefore means that this denomination is organized into respective dioceses which are manned and led by clergy bishops. It has very decentralized administration structures, with confederation characteristics. Currently, the presiding Bishop is called Michael Curry, and is on record for being the first Black American bishop to reign in that overall position.

It is important to note what this denomination believes in, and the doctrines they abide by. Firstly, being a Christian group, it solely believes in the birth, life and demise of Jesus Christ. Believers strongly hold that Jesus is totally human and totally God. They believe He died and also resurrected from dead, and that He provides believers with eternal life.

The Bible is the Book that guides every Episcopalian not only in Cornelius NC City, but worldwide. The Book is regarded as very holy, and believers staunchly affirm that the Holy Spirit, sent by God, inspired the writers. Episcopalians also lend great credence to two significant sacraments, being Eucharist and also Baptism.

The denomination also believes in other sacramental rites such as confirmations, marriage, unction, ordination, etc. Followers also believe in heaven or hell after death, and also the return of Jesus. Followers additionally uphold the principle of loving God and also their neighbors maximally, deemed as Greatest Commandment.




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