Episcopal liturgy comes out of a tradition which understands humanity's archetypal need for ceremony. It relies on all our senses, not just hearing. The interweaving of color and movement and the variations of mood and theme form a tapestry of meaning waiting to be discovered. The Book of Common Prayer makes it possible for prayer to be common, or shared, and provides many different colors of thread for the tapestry. It is frequently involved in responding to the needs of the local community, and participates in ecumenical efforts for the good of the community.
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It gives you credit for your mind and invites you to grow. Our roots are in 18 centuries of Christianity in England. The Anglican church officially began in 16th century England at the time of the Reformation. In the United States we are called the Episcopal Church. As individuals, we are called Episcopalians.