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Significance of the Distinction
- Non-connectional associations offer flexibility, allowing churches to utilize resources from various sources.
- Connectional structures impose requirements, influencing church life and integrity more directly.
A Hybrid Model
- Mark Dever cites the PCA as a hybrid model, connectional for ministers but independent for churches.
- This model allows PCA churches to own their buildings, learning from past issues with connectionalism.
Benefits of Non-Connectional Associations
- Non-connectional associations pool resources for church planting, ministry support, and doctrinal safeguards.
- They also foster fellowship and collaboration in missions, education, and publishing.