List of Presbyterian and Reformed denominations in Australia
A number of Presbyterian and Reformed denominations exist in Australia.
List
Active
| Name | Number of congregations | Bible translation | Singing | Distinctives |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evangelical Presbyterian Church | 4 | Denies free offer of the gospel | ||
| Free Presbyterian Church (Ulster) | 4 | KJV only | ||
| Free Presbyterian Church of Scotland | 2 | KJV only | Exclusive psalmody | |
| Presbyterian Church of Australia | 546 | |||
| Presbyterian Church of Eastern Australia | 16 | Exclusive psalmody | ||
| Presbyterian Reformed Church | 8 | |||
| Reformed Presbyterian Church | 3 | Exclusive psalmody | ||
| Southern Presbyterian Church | 2 | KJV only | Exclusive psalmody | |
| Westminster Presbyterian Church | 15 | |||
| Australian Free Church | 2 | KJV only | Exclusive psalmody | |
| Christian Reformed Churches | 60 | |||
| Free Reformed Churches | 16 | |||
| Hungarian Reformed Church | 2 |
Notes:
- "Bible translation" column refers to versions of the Bible accepted. See also: King James Only movement
- "Singing" column refers to the manner in which songs are sung during public worship. See also: Exclusive psalmody
Defunct
- Free Presbyterian Church of Victoria, formerly the Free Presbyterian Church of Australia Felix, based in Melbourne 1846–1953 (joined Presbyterian Church of Eastern Australia)
- Free Presbyterian Church of South Australia, originated 1850, joined union which formed Presbyterian Church of South Australia in 1865, but minority led by Rev James Benny continued until the 1920s
- Free Church of Scotland (Continuing), one congregation in Adelaide, South Australia 2003–2010, now Gospel Presbyterian Church
Timeline
Timeline showing the various Presbyterian denominations in Australia
References
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