This week I want to talk about religion in England. Today there are numerous religions practiced within the United Kingdom. However, the predominate religion is the Church of England.
The Church of England is also known as the Anglican Church. It is a Christian religion between Catholics and protestants. For example, followers of the Church of England do not recognize the authority of the Pope. The break with the Catholics occurred in the middle ages because King Henry VIII wanted to divorce his wife. However, the pope did not allow King Henry VIII to separate from his wife. This objection led King Henry VIII to start the Church of England.
Religion has a fairly large presence at Keele University. In the middle of campus there is a chapel for Christian students. There is also a small mosque for Muslim students. What is very striking is that the Christian union here is an institution and everyone respects what they say. I think it’s more open than in France where we do not dare to speak of God. Usually the Church is open after huge events. They offer tea and toast to the students coming out of the evening. I found it very strange at the beginning, but it is finally fine to be able to sit in a quiet place and talk a little after a long night out. Christian Union organises many events. Most of these events are spiritual, but they have sporting and cultural events as well. For my part I’m going to mass every Sunday. There’s a great choir so I like going !
See you next time, enjoy your life !
Romain
Within the Keele Church before catholic mass
