Last updated 26th September 2017

Glossary of church terms

Frequently asked questions about the church often include the many cliches, theological terms, and vernacular used by ministers and laymen. Many of these terms originated from scripture or tradition, perhaps taken from Greek or Latin words, or from the old English vernacular of the King James Version.

This alphabetical glossary of general church terms and accronyms and their application to the Diocese of Blackburn (2016) may help. 

If you are still not sure what something means, please get in contact with the Communications Manager Ronnie.Semley@Blackburn.Anglican.org  Tel 01254 503070