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| − | '''Catholic-lite''' is a relatively common term used to describe the nature of the [[Episcopal Church]] in the United States, or [[Anglicanism]] in general. It was coined by the late comedian [[Robin Williams]], <ref> | + | '''Catholic-lite''' is a relatively common term used to describe the nature of the [[Episcopal Church]] in the United States, or [[Anglicanism]] in general. It was coined by the late comedian [[Robin Williams]], <ref>http://www.dictionaryofchristianese.com/catholic-light-catholic-lite/</ref> who identified as an Episcopalian. It refers to the fact that the [[Roman Catholic Church]] shares some traditions with Anglicanism, even if Anglicanism is still a [[Protestant]] or "reformed [[catholic]]" tradition. This term serves as a helpful descriptor for those unfamiliar with Anglicanism but familiar with Roman Catholicism. |
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Latest revision as of 16:35, May 11, 2017
Catholic-lite is a relatively common term used to describe the nature of the Episcopal Church in the United States, or Anglicanism in general. It was coined by the late comedian Robin Williams, [1] who identified as an Episcopalian. It refers to the fact that the Roman Catholic Church shares some traditions with Anglicanism, even if Anglicanism is still a Protestant or "reformed catholic" tradition. This term serves as a helpful descriptor for those unfamiliar with Anglicanism but familiar with Roman Catholicism.