THE URC

• Sees the local church as the focal point for its mission.
• Supports churches in their work through its Area Coordination teams.
• Emphasises the preaching of the Word in its services and regularly celebrates the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper (Communion).
• Practices infant and adult baptism.
• Ministry is open to men and women.
• Leadership is shared by Ministers and Elders.
• Attends to its affairs and responsibilities through four councils: the Church Meeting (at local level), the Area Coordination Team, the Privincial Synod and the General Assembly, each working and consulting with the others.
• Is committed to work for further unity.
• Respects the individual conscience within the peace and unity of the church.