We are “Presbyterian”.
We believe in the internal and external accountability that comes
with a Biblical church polity of multiple ordained elders. The
examples we have in scripture of church government always reference a
plurality of elders acting with the authority of Christ as godly
undershepherds of Christ for the peace, purity, and edification of
local flocks over which they are called to serve. (Titus 1, 1 Timothy
3, 1 Peter 5:1-6; Hebrews 13:7,17, etc.) Having multiple elders also
facilitates accountability within our leadership. It is also our goal
to join and covenant with a regional, like-minded Presbytery of other
like-minded Presbyterian churches. This is needed to keep each local
church accountable, offer wisdom in the multitude of counsel, offer
courts of appeal in the event of discipline, and work towards a
greater unity of the faith. We also believe in the necessity of a
vibrant diaconal ministry to faithfully minister to the
material/bodily needs that arise amongst the brethren.
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