Presbyterian Church of Manchester- Presbyterian Church of Manchester
Presbyterian Church of Manchester Presbyterian Church of ManchesterWelcome to the Presbyterian Church of Manchester (or PCM as we affectionately call ourselves)! We are a gospel-centered church where everything is directed towards the glory of God. We long to see the gospel transform our church and other churches, our local communities, and our culture. If you are curious to get to know us even better, you've come to the right place. Below, you'll find our doctrinal statements, and a listing of our officers and staff. But, of course, there's no better way to get to know us, than to join us Sunday morning for worship! We'd be glad to have you with us.
Our typical Sunday mornings begin with a time of prayer at 8:30 AM, followed by Sunday School at 9:00 AM, and Worship at 10:30 AM. Services usually last between 60 to 75 minutes. We celebrate the Lord’s Supper on the first Sunday of each month during the worship service. On Fifth Sundays we enjoy a full congregational meal—visitors are especially welcome on these occasions!
During the summer months, we follow a modified schedule. Morning prayer begins at 9:30 AM, followed by Worship at 10:30 AM. In the evenings, we often gather for Backyard Fellowship meals—a relaxed time of food and fellowship open to all.
For specific details about service times, fellowship meals and events—including weather-related cancellations—please visit our homepage.
We are Evangelical, Reformed, and Presbyterian. By Evangelical we mean that we emphasize the gospel (good news of salvation) through faith in Jesus Christ, as well as affirming other orthodox Christian doctrines and holding to the inerrancy of Scripture. By Reformed we mean that we are connected to the teachings of the historic church and the doctrinal beliefs recovered by the Reformation. These doctrinal beliefs are expressed in the Westminster Confession of Faith with the Larger and Shorter Catechisms. All pastors, elders and deacons of the Presbyterian Church in America must personally subscribe to and uphold the teachings of the Westminster Confession of Faith. By Presbyterian we describe our representative form of church government. Local churches are governed by a “Session” of “presbyters” (elders), elected by the members of the congregation. Representatives of local churches within a geographical area compose a “presbytery.” Representatives of presbyteries meet annually at “General Assembly.” Thus, through the combined efforts and resources of all of the churches, we are enabled to advance God’s Kingdom much more effectively.
We believe the Bible is the written word of God, inspired by the Holy Spirit and without error in the original manuscripts. The Bible is infallible and authoritative in all matters of faith and practice. We believe in the Holy Trinity. There is one God, who exists eternally in three persons: the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. We believe that all are sinners and totally unable to save themselves from God’s displeasure, except by His Mercy. We believe that salvation is by God alone, as He sovereignly chooses those He will save. We believe His choice is based on His grace, not on any human individual merit, or foreseen faith. We believe that Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God, who through His perfect life and sacrificial death atoned for the sins of all who trust in Him alone, for salvation. We believe that God is gracious and faithful to His people not simply as individuals but as families in successive generations according to His Covenant promises. We believe that the Holy Spirit indwells God’s people and gives them the strength and wisdom to trust Christ and follow Him. We believe that Jesus will return, bodily and visibly, to judge all mankind and to receive His people unto Himself. We believe that all aspects of our lives are to be lived to the glory of God under the Lordship of Jesus Christ.
Rev. Mike Robison
Robin Sharp