Charles Warburton facts for kids
Charles Mongan Warburton (born Terrence Charles Mongan, 1754–1826) was an important Anglican bishop in Ireland during the 1800s. He led two different church areas, called Dioceses, during his career. He is known for changing his name and his religious path before becoming a bishop.
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Who Was Charles Mongan Warburton?
Charles Mongan Warburton was born Terrence Charles Mongan in 1754. His family was originally Roman Catholic. However, he later chose to join the Anglican church. His brother was a Catholic priest.
Early Career and Name Change
Before becoming a bishop, Terrence Mongan served as a Chaplain for the 62nd Regiment of Foot. At this time, he was using the name Charles Mongan.
In 1792, he officially changed his surname to Warburton by a special document called a Royal Warrant. He then became known as Charles Mongan Warburton, or sometimes Terrence Charles Mongan Warburton.
Becoming a Bishop
Charles Mongan Warburton held several important positions in the church. From 1790 to 1800, he was the Dean of Ardagh. A Dean is a senior priest who helps manage a cathedral or a group of churches.
After that, he served as the Dean of Clonmacnoise from 1800 to 1806. On July 13, 1806, he was made a bishop. He became the Bishop of Limerick.
In 1820, Bishop Warburton moved to lead another church area. This is called a "translation" in church terms. He became the Bishop of Cloyne. He continued to serve in this role until he passed away.
His Family's Story
A famous harp player named Arthur O'Neill wrote about Bishop Warburton's family. O'Neill knew Bishop Warburton's father, Dominic Mungan, who was a blind harpist.
Dominic Mungan had three sons: Mark, John, and Terence (who became Bishop Warburton). Mark studied to be a priest in France. John became a doctor. Terence, the youngest, became the Bishop of Limerick.
Both John and Terence changed their religion from Catholic to Protestant. This was a personal choice for them.
Bishop Warburton passed away on August 9, 1826, when he was 72 years old.
