Flashcards in Reasons for church importance Deck (4)
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1
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Mediaeval times
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- Churches were the centre of UK communities
- Very Rich
- Most people were Christians and paid titres (taxes) to them
2
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After the reformation
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- People were given English bibles
- Church services were done in English
- Churches became places of education
3
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After enlightenment
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- Moved away from seat of power
- Now, community and charitable hubs
4
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As society became more secular
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- Role -less administrative, more voluntary
- Some parish churches still retain power over land
