Open Brethren
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The Open Brethren (sometimes called Plymouth Brethren) are a group of Protestant Christian churches that arose in the late 1820s. They originated in England and Ireland but have spread. In theology, they are fundamentalist, and in ecclesiastical polity they are presbyterian. The Open Brethren are "open" to anyone who gives verbal confirmation of faith, and this name is given to distinguish them from Exclusive Brethren, with whom they share historical roots. They are committed to missionary work and hold that the Holy Bible is the first authority in matters of faith. Each assembly (or congregation) is independent of the others in doctrinal matters, and yet, in practice, there is a high degree of communication and cooperation between them.
External Links
- [Emmaus Bible College (http://www.emmaus.edu/)]
- [Kawartha Lakes Bible College (http://www.klbc.ca/)]
- [Plymouth Brethren.Org (http://www.plymouthbrethren.org/)]
- [BrethrenOnline.org (http://www.brethrenonline.org/)]
- [Plymouth Brethren FAQ (http://www.brethrenonline.org/faqs/Brethren.htm)]
Sources
- "A History of the Brethren Movement", Roy Coad, 1968