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Rh grown out of the corrupt following of the Apostles?

In the manner in which it was administered in the Church of England before the Reformation.

What was there corrupt about it?

The original sign or ceremony of laying on of hands was discontinued, and anointing with ointment used in the place of it.

In what sense did Penance "grow out of a corrupt following of the Apostles?"

Because it was used in a manner they never intended.

What was the nature of the Penance they ordained?

Exclusion from the communion of the Church, on account of very great sins, until restored by competent authority, after having given sufficient evidence of repentance.

What corruption had been made in it?

Confession of sins to a priest and submission to such penalties as he imposed were made essential to communion, even when persons had not fallen into any great sin.

How has the Church of England acted in regard to confirmation and penance?

She has restored them more nearly to the custom of the Primitive Church.

Does it therefore follow that they are raised to the rank of Sacraments?