First Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
a historic church alive in Fort Davis, Texas
Beliefs
The Presbyterian Church (USA)
Synod of the Sun
(regional)
Tres Rios Presby
(area)
Book of Confessions
(historical statements of what we believe)
&
Book of Order
(how our church is governed, directory for worship, rules of discipline)
Mission Statement of Fort Davis Presbyterian Church:
To promote and fulfill the spiritual life and growth of our congregation within our communities through preaching and teaching the gospel of love and grace through the body of Jesus Christ to all members of the congregations and all those who choose to worship with the congregations; to minister to all those in need of spiritual or emotional assistance, and to spread the gospel of Christ and His love throughout our communities.
To promote and fulfill the spiritual life and growth of our congregation within our communities through preaching and teaching the gospel of love and grace through the body of Jesus Christ to all members of the congregations and all those who choose to worship with the congregations; to minister to all those in need of spiritual or emotional assistance, and to spread the gospel of Christ and His love throughout our communities.
What do Presbyterians believe?
The Brief Statement of Faith
Today's Presbyterian Church (USA) is strongly rooted in history, a theological tradition dating to the 16 th Century Protestant Reformation and the writings of John Calvin. The Presbyterian seal reflects much of this tradition, as do the ancient creeds of the church.
THE APOSTLES' CREED
THE NICENE CREED
Four defining elements of Presbyterianism are:
The sovereignty of God
The authority of Scripture
Justification by Grace, through faith--
our salvation is a gift, not a reward
The priesthood of all believers
A NEWCOMER'S GUIDE TO BEING PRESBYTERIAN
PRESBYTERIAN BELIEFS
