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What’s the Difference Between Anglicanism and Roman Catholicism?
What’s the Difference Between Anglicanism and Roman Catholicism?
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What’s the Difference Between Anglicanism and Roman Catholicism?1

　　Shared traditions Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby (left) and Pope Francis (right) leading a vespers service in Rome in 2016. The two faith leaders signed a common declaration celebrating the shared faith and traditions of Anglicans and Roman Catholics. (more) What’s the Difference Between Anglicanism and Roman Catholicism? Written by Melissa Petruzzello Melissa Petruzzello (she/her) is Assistant Managing Editor and covers plants, algae, fungi, insects, spiders, renewable energy and environmental engineering. She also handles certain topics in Christianity,... Melissa Petruzzello Fact-checked by Britannica Editors Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree.... Britannica Editors Last updated Mar. 23, 2026 •History Anglicanism and Roman Catholicism share deep historical roots, and both Christian traditions maintain liturgical worship, episcopal leadership (bishops), and sacraments. Their separation dates to the 16th century, when the Church of England broke from papal authority during the English Reformation under King Henry VIII. Although Anglicanism is considered a branch of Protestantism, the beliefs and practices of the Anglican Communion are often said to be the middle ground between those of the other Protestant churches and...

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