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A ninth-century Christian martyr and King of East Anglia, who was captured, tortured, and beheaded by an army of invading Danes. Feast day: Nov. 20.

A 10th-century monk, statesman, educator, Benedictine monastic reformer, and archbishop of Canterbury. Feast day: May 19.

The canonical act of removing a bishop, priest or deacon from ordained ministry because of disciplinary proceedings. Not to be confused with a secular deposition, which is testimony under oath outside a courtroom.

A 20th-century Episcopal seminarian killed while working in the Civil Rights Movement in Alabama, in the act of shielding a 17-year-old Black girl from a shotgun attack. Feast day: August 14.

The BCP provides forms for Daily Morning Prayer and Daily Evening Prayer in contemporary and traditional language, as well as forms for Noonday Prayer, Order of Worship for the Evening, Compline, and Daily Devotions for Individuals and Families.

A fourth-century theologian and bishop of Jerusalem. Feast day: March 18.

Roman Catholic in origin, a short course emphasizing spiritual renewal, discipleship, leadership, and ministry. Laypeople and clergy attend together.

A 19th-century Black priest, missionary, and educator, who worked for the education of African Americans and supported their full participation in the cultural life of the United States. Feast day: Sept. 10.

A grouping of congregations in a geographical area for the purpose of collaboration, support, and fellowship. Clergy and lay representatives typically meet on a regular basis. Also called a deanery, region, or mission area.

Joint celebration of the Eucharist by a chief celebrant and one or more concelebrants.

A 13th-century Spanish priest who founded the Dominican religious order. Feast day: Aug. 8.

The corporate and legal entity of The Episcopal Church, incorporated in 1821 in the state of New York.