Church of Denmark
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The
Church of Denmark (
Den Danske Folkekirke) is the largest
Christian church in
Denmark. It can claim the membership of over 95% of the Danish people, although less than 5% of their members attend weekly services. The Church of Denmark is a
Lutheran body.
Church life is organized in 12 dioceses and around 2,000 parishes.
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in Denmark is a state church. The Danish parliament, Folketinget, is the legislative authority for the church. The Minister for Ecclesiastical Affairs is the highest administrative authority.
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