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Evangelical Presbyterian Church in Myanmar
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6 D Nanthani Street, Insein
P.O. Box 531
Sawbwagyigone Yangoon
Myanmar (Asia)
Telephone: +95 1 41123
Address-No.: 13236 / 4016
This church came into existence in 1983. All members once belonged to diverse denominations, but seceded as these churches, in their eyes, succumbed to liberalism, modernism, and ecumenical and charismatic movements. The church was founded by Rev. Robert Thawm Luai. It has its roots in Chin State.
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Statistic data of church
Members |
total: 5000 |
Parishes |
(conventionally): 33 |
house fellowships |
(Number of growing parishes): 13 |
Ordained clergy |
total: 40 |
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Women: |
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no women´s ordination |
Elders/Presbyters |
total: 90 |
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Deacons |
total: 150 |
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Women: |
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no information about deacons |
Missionaries |
total: 15 |
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missionaries do not working abroad |
Baptismal practise |
infant and believer´s baptism
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Godparents |
No information about godparents
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Lord's Supper |
Frequency per annum: 12
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Newspapers/ Periodicals |
no information about publication of magazines |
Theological training facilities |
Number: 1 |
Schools providing general education |
no information about other schools |
Founded in |
1983 |
Organizational structures |
33 sessions, 4 Presbyteries, General Assembly |
Official languages |
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Confessions |
- Westminster Confession (1646/47)
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Partner churches |
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Members and partners:
last update: 26.05.2005
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