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Presbyterians use the expression, "Hanging of the Greens," to denote decorating the church sanctuary for the celebration of Christmas. In many churches this takes place at the beginning of Advent (the season of preparation preceding Christmas Eve,) while other congregations use distinctly different liturgical colors and decorations for Advent than for Christmas. The term originates with the evergreen wreaths and roping typically hung about the chancel, nave and narthex.
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Are presbyterians backing isis?
NO. Presbyterians have nothing to do with Islamic State.
What are some similarities between Protestants and Presbyterians?
Presbyterians are a subset of Protestants, so they are Protestants. Not all Protestants are Presbyterians, however.
Is baptism as an infant recognized by presbyterians?
Infant baptism is recognized by Presbyterians.
How many sacraments do presbyterians have?
Presbyterians celebrate 2 sacraments - Baptism and Holy Communion.
Do the presbyterians have an organized mass?
Presbyterians have organized worship services, during which the Lord's Supper is periodically celebrated. Presbyterians do not celebrate the "mass" that is celebrated in the Roman Catholic tradition.
When was Evangelical Covenant Order of Presbyterians created?
Evangelical Covenant Order of Presbyterians was created in 2012.
Do Presbyterians believe in the pope?
Presbyterians, while they may respect the pope, do not acknowledge him as the spiritual head of Christianity.
Where did the Presbyterians settle in Colonial America?
In colonial America, Presbyterians settled from Maine to Georgia. The Puritans of Massachusetts and Connecticut were originally Presbyterians. They split into Congregationalists and Presbyterians. In New York and New Jersey, as many of the Dutch learned English they left the Dutch Reformed Church and became Presbyterians. Huguenot refugees from France became Presbyterians. In the South, many Scots and Scotch Irish brought Presbyterianism with them. Thus, While there were no Presbyterian colonies south of New England, there were groups of Presbyterians throughout the colonies.
Are Presbyterians considered evangelical?
Yes, some Presbyterians are considered evangelical, as they emphasize the authority of the Bible and the need for personal conversion. However, not all Presbyterians identify as evangelical, as there is diversity within the denomination.
Do prestarians believe in the devil?
Perhaps you are thinking of Presbyterians? If so, then the answer is: some do and some don't. Presbyterians, as a rule, are not atheists.
Where did al Capone usually hang out at in Chicago?
Green mill
What are the differences between Catholics and Presbyterians?
Catholics are part of the Roman Catholic Church while Presbyterians are part of the Reformed Protestant tradition. Catholics believe in the authority of the Pope and sacraments while Presbyterians follow a Presbyterian form of government with elected elders. Additionally, Catholics have a strong emphasis on tradition and liturgical worship, whereas Presbyterians typically have a simpler worship style.
