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Charles, by contrast, has had a somewhat more complicated relationship with organized Christianity, despite being the supreme governor of the Church of England.—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 28 Apr. 2026 Despite a formal theological dialogue that began in the 1960s, big differences remain, especially over the Church of England’s decision to ordain women.—ABC News, 27 Apr. 2026 The hollow golden globe, surmounted by a cross, is meant to symbolize that the monarch's power is derived from God and represents their position as head of the Church of England, according to Royal Central.—Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 26 Apr. 2026 The Easter Matins service is an important fixture in the calendar of the king, who is supreme governor of the Church of England.—Reuters, NBC news, 5 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for the Church of England
“The Church of England.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20Church%20of%20England. Accessed 5 May. 2026.