After a long struggle,
once again Presbyterian Church of Pakistan (PCP) is on the way to progress.
Although the conditions are still not as they should be but we thank God
that most of the people have promised to work together.
It is our hope that
this newsletter will prove to be an important factor to get closer to one
another and have better understanding for our mission in Jesus Christ.
Due to the present situation of this world, most of the people are going
away from God. But there is no lack of Christian believers who believe
in God. And although their prayers, hopes and thoughts seems to be stuck
with this world, yet they can be changed and the kingdom of Jesus Christ
can be realized here and now, though partially.
In the guidence of
PCP's present leadership there will be a chance of expansion of the Presbyterian
Church and sharing the good news of Jesus Christ with non-Christian.
We hope that this
newsletter will provide a chance to understand one another. Because many
times lack of communication causes many problems and stops the understanding
between both churches.
Vincent
A. David
Purpose:
To make the work of God known to all and to
spread the good news of Jesus Christ through word, thoughts and deeds.
History:
The PCP was formed and declared on November
18, 1993 at Naulakha Church 3 - Empress road Lahore. It has a long history
deep rooted in the establishment of the Lahore Church Council of the United
Church and the Synod of United Presbyterian Church of Pakistan during eighteen
fifties and sixties.
Nature:
The church consists of the people at large,
the total estimated number is 300000. It contain over 220 congregations,
208 pastors, 100 church buildings and 80 parsonages. Session is the basic
unit which comprises of a pastor and a few elders. The higher body is the
Presbytery which consists of at least ten sessions. The highest body is
the General Assembly which is represented by the 1/4 delegates of all the
presbyteries, and have the central position in the whole system of the
church.
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