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AIM 156

How did Henry VIII set up the Church of England?

I.  Henry VIII 
A. Friends with the pope; helped to defend the church during the protestant reformation
B.  Henry VIII wanted a son that would be his successor
1. He wanted a son to make sure that his family would still be in charge of England
C.  Henry VIII wanted to divorce his wife so he could have a son
1. the pope would not allow it because Catholics do not believe in divorce
2. Henry VII felt betrayed because his friend would not help him
D. Henry VIII
1. started his own church
2. Henry VIII (the king of England was in charge)
3. The Church was called the Church of England.  It was also called the Anglican Church
4.  Divorces are allowed