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5 results for “Of Synods and Councils”

WCF Westminster Confession of Faith
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31.5
Of Synods and Councils
Synods and councils are to handle, or conclude, nothing, but that which is ecclesiastical: and …
 31.4
Of Synods and Councils
All synods or councils, since the Apostles’ times, whether general or particular, may err; and many …
 31.3
Of Synods and Councils
It belongs to synods and councils, ministerially to determine controversies of faith and cases of conscience; to set …
 31.2
Of Synods and Councils
As magistrates may lawfully call a synod of ministers, and other fit persons, to consult and advise with, about matters of religion; so, if magistrates be open enemies …
 31.1
Of Synods and Councils
… edification of the Church, there ought to be such assemblies as are commonly called synods or councils.