Disestablishment and the National Church Debate
David Loxon argues that disestablishing the national church would sever state control while preserving church property in congregations. He contends a true separation must end state ecclesiastical functions, endowments, and use of national buildings, while maintaining church governance and worship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liberation Society
Williams
Episcopal Church
David Loxton
Which Church Emerges From Sects Within the Establishment
The author argues over how to define the Church amid many sects in the Establishment and whether disestablishment should end state control while preserving a faith community. He questions the meaning of separation of Church and State and weighs preferring State church destruction over new forms of worship tied to state property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Williams
Europe
America
Williams
Episcopal Organisation
Messrs. Leonard and Gasqueine
Richard Hooker
Hooker
National Church
D. Loxton
Reverends and Wesleyans in Anglican Society Debate
A reader argues that the Bishop of Lincoln and Wesleyan leaders mishandle status divisions between Anglican and nonconforming groups. The letter criticizes social exclusivity, cross-recognition of orders, and compares Wesleyan claims to those of other dissenting bodies, urging clearer ecclesial identity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Esquireship
Lincoln
Camborne
Conference
Church of England
J. Keet
J. G. Smith
Earls of Derby
Kings of
Mana
United States of America
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Wesleyan Conference
Congregational Union
Wesleyan Society
Disraeli
House of Commons
Sheffield
Quord Wesleyans