Book of Church Order PCA Flashcards
1
Q
Who is the head of the church?
A
Jesus Christ
2
Q
How does Christ exercise His authority in the church?
A
Through Word and Spirit by the ministry of men.
3
Q
List at least two principles of Presbyterian Church government.
A
1-God alone is Lord of the conscience
2-Officers are elected by congregational vote
3- Church power is ministerial/declarative
4
Q
Can the church “bind” men’s consciences? Why or why not?
A
No. The church’s power is declarative, not legislative.
5
Q
What is the Constitution of the PCA?
A
Our doctrinal standards (WCF, WLC, WSC) and the BCO (form of government, rules of discipline, directory for worship)
