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The Thirty-Nine Articles are the historic confession of the Church of England, defining Anglican doctrine on the faith, the sacraments, and the relationship between church and state since 1563.
The Anglican Confession
Thirty-Nine Articles of the Church of England
About The Anglican Confession
Everything you need to understand this historic confession — its origins, its theology, and its enduring place in the life of the Church.
Adopted 1563
Forged by the Church of England, the Anglican Confession has guided Christian thought and worship for centuries — a confession tested by time and affirmed by the Church.
Theological Clarity
The Anglican Confession answers the most essential questions of the Christian faith — who God is, who Christ is, and what the Church believes together. Explore it article by article.
One Faith, Shared Heritage
With 33,000 denominations and one Church, the historic creeds are our common ground. This site exists to make that shared heritage clearly explained and freely available to every believer, student, and seeker.
Why This Site Exists
The Thirty-Nine Articles are the historic confession of the Church of England, defining Anglican doctrine on the faith, the sacraments, and the relationship between church and state since 1563.
The Heavenly Network, in partnership with The Christian Chain, has developed this network of Church Creed and Confession sites in order to make the historic faith of the Church clearly explained, faithfully presented, and freely accessible to every believer, student, and seeker who wants to understand what the whole Church has always believed together.
This site is a scholarly, non-denominational reference site dedicated to the study of The Anglican Confession. Our mission is to make The Confession accessible, academically rigorous, and contextually explained for Christians, theology students, church leaders, and researchers worldwide.
Editorial Standards
- All historical sources and translations are cited and attributed.
- Content is written in an academic, accessible tone for both lay and scholarly readers.
- We are committed to interfaith respect and avoid denominational bias or doctrinal debate.
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Ephesians 4:4–6"There is one body and one Spirit — just as you were called to the one hope that belongs to your call — one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all."
Anglican Tradition — 1563
Church of England
Latest Articles
Explore our most recent writing on this creed — its history, theology, and ongoing significance for the church today.
Article III: The Resurrection of Christ in Anglican Theology
Article III of the Thirty-Nine Articles makes a bold claim: Christ rose bodily from the dead. Explore what this resurrection faith means for Anglican theology and worship.
By Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.
Ordained Minister, M.Div.
Date
June 22, 2026
The Book of Common Prayer and the Thirty-Nine Articles: How They Work Together
Anglican doctrine is expressed not only in the Thirty-Nine Articles but in the Book of Common Prayer. Understanding how these two documents work together is essential for understanding Anglicanism.
By Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.
Ordained Minister, M.Div.
Date
June 13, 2026
The Thirty-Nine Articles on the Two Sacraments: Baptism and the Lord's Supper
The Thirty-Nine Articles teach that Christ ordained two sacraments and carefully define their nature and benefits. Their treatment of the Lord's Supper is particularly notable for what it rejects.
By Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.
Ordained Minister, M.Div.
Date
June 6, 2026
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