Arthur Carey (June 26, 1822 – April 4, 1844) was an Episcopal churchman known for his support of the Oxford Movement.
His controversial ordination sparked heated debate not only within the Episcopal Church but in the United States in general.
[4] He attended General Theological Seminary while it was under the presidency of Bishop Benjamin Treadwell Onderdonk.
[7] Carey was ordained, but Bishop Onderdonk became a visible target to those opposed to the Oxford Movement.
He died April 4 on the voyage to Cuba, and was buried at sea the following day which was Good Friday.