Doctrinal Statement
of the
Evangelical and Reformed Church
The Holy Sciptures of the Old and New Testaments are recognized as the Word of God, and the ultimate rule of Christian faith and practice.
Wherever these doctrinal standards differ, ministers, members, and congregations, in accordance with the liberty of conscience in the Gospel, are allowed to adhere to the interpretation of one of these confessions. However, in each case the final norm is the Word of God.
The doctrinal standards of the Evangelical and Reformed Church are the Heidelberg Catechism, Luther's Catechism and the Augsburg Confession. They are accepted as an authoritative interpretation of the essential truth taught in the Holy Scriptures.