Church of Zinland
| Church of Zinland | |
|---|---|
| Orientation | Methodism |
| Scripture | Bible |
| Theology | Wesleyan |
| Polity | Connectionalism |
| Primate | Vacant |
| Region | Republic of Zinland |
| Language | English |
| Headquarters | Eleydon |
| Founder | Derek Adams |
| Origin | 16 April 2023 |
| Members | 1 |
| Ministers | 0 |
| Other name(s) | Zinnish Methodist Church |
The Church of Zinland is the established Christian Church in the Republic of Zinland. It was established on 16 April 2023 by Derek Adams.
The most senior member of the church is the Archbishop of Zinland. The governing structure of the church is based on dioceses, each presided over by a bishop. Within each diocese are local parishes. The General Synod is the highest body of the church.
History
The Church of Zinland is the oldest established religious body in Zinland. It was established and ordained as the national church on 16 April 2023.
Structure
The church follows a connectionalist method of polity.
Primate
The church's primate is the Archbishop of Zinland. The archbishop is appointed by the President of Zinland on the advice and consent of the church's General Synod and the Parliament of Zinland. The archbishop has the status of Primate of All Zinland.
Doctrines and Practices
The church is a Methodist church and follows Wesleyan theology and practices. It regards the Holy Bible as its scripture.