Presbyterian

Presbyterian Church - They came Australia with British Settlement in 1788 - First churches constructed in 1809 - Church is a gathering based on election of patriachs - Concepts of covenant, trust, love, worship and obedience
 * 1) History/Origins

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 * 1) Major beliefs
 * First Presbyterian was Thomas Arndell
 * Growth however didn't come till 1803 where services were held at Portland and led by James Mein
 * First minister was Rev. McArthur apponted in 1823
 * Was replaced by John Dummore Lang also in 1823
 * Sunday attendance is the heart of the religion practice
 * Nicene and Apostes' Creeds are sometimes used for baptisms and Lord's Supper
 * Lord's Prayer is often used
 * Services include singing, praying, bible readings, preaching, church announcements and money collections
 * Congregational singing is encouraged
 * Sermon is the heart of the service
 * two sacraments are baptism and communion
 * 1) Key People (pictures needed)
 * Based on Noah and Abraham
 * John Knox, Ulrich Zwingli and John Calvin contributed to founding of this church
 * Thomas Arndell was the first prestbyterian to land in Australia
 * Reverent A McArthur first presbyterian minister in Australia
 * 1) Key Symbols (pictures needed)


 * 1) Ordination and holy life