Frequently Asked Questions
Why are you called the “Free” Reformed church?
Our name derives from the fact that our denomination, Free Reformed Churches of North America, was born out of a split with the Dutch state church. The Reformed church in the Netherlands, prior to 1834, was under the control of the Dutch government. In 1834, a group split off from this state-run church and saw itself as freed from state control. This split is known in Dutch as the Afscheiding, and the current FRC denomination traces its roots to this secession. More of our history can be found here.
How can I know what your church believes?
The beliefs of the FRC can be found in the Three Forms of Unity.
What are the Three Forms of Unity?
These three documents are a statement of what FRC members understand the Bible to teach. They are the Belgic Confession of Faith, the Heidelberg Catechism, and the Canons of Dordt.