Complex sentence: Designated a National Shrine in 1950 by Act of Congress, Christ Church is a unique historic site that continues its original function as a house of worship, Christ Church is an active Episcopal parish and a member of the Anglican Communion.
Split into simpler sentences: Designated a National Shrine in 1950 by Act of Congress, Christ Church is a unique historic site that continues its original function as a house of worship. The church is an active Episcopal parish and a member of the Anglican Communion.