A Young Denomination: 1973
The Presbyterian Church of America (PCA) came into existence because we strongly believed there was the need for a scriptural, evangelical and Reformed witness for Christ.

We wanted to be a part of a denomination that honors God and His Word. We desired a believing fellowship that is committed to evangelism, Christian education and training as top priorities in the Church.We believed that ministers and church officers should affirm without compromise the great biblical beliefs of Christianity.

Why Separate: Compromising doctrines
Many of our churches separated from their denomination because of the compromise of our basic Christian doctrines (doctrines are a belief or truth). Though we earnestly desired close fellowship with Christians of like mind, we wanted no part of the National or World Councils of Churches because of their pluralistic theology.

After years of sincere efforts to call our former denomination to revival and renewal, we were led by God to withdraw and form a new body. The new denomination began with 250 congregations and 50,000 members.

Growth of the Presbyterian Church of America (PCA)
Within a few years it grew to include more than 500 churches with nearly 80,000 members. In 1982 the Reformed Presbyterian Church, Evangelical Synod joined with us, bringing almost 25,000 new members into the PCA. As of December 2000, there were approximately 1400 churches and 300,000 members. Of the numerous Presbyterian denominations in North America, the PCA is among the fastest growing. Together we are lifting high a banner of love and testimony to Jesus Christ the Lord, locally and globally.

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