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Originally Posted by Mayflower Can anyone explain me what the differences is between Independency & Congregationalism ?
Is the polity or church goverment different, while they both independed ?
Any information would be very helpfull ! | As I understand it the only difference would be that in a congregational church the congregation has the power whilst that need not be the case in an independant church. i.e. Congregationalism is a subset of independency. Hope that makes sense!  |
I think you are right. To use modern examples, Grace Community Church, where John MacArthur is pastor, is an independent church that is "elder rule." The congregation does not vote on much of anything if they do at all. Most Baptist churches are independent and congregational as well, in that, while the day-to-day operations and leadership are handle by pastors/elders, the congregation votes on most major issues.