The Presbyterian Free Church of Central India (formerly known as the Free Church of Central India) is a confessional

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denomination in India, established by

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missionaries. The

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established this church in

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in the end of 19th century. The denomination has 4 churches in

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and other small villages like Chhapara and

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, where it runs Mission Higher Secondary school in Chhapara, which is one of the best and reputed schools of the region. Mission school Chhapara is also well known for its facilities like Smart Digital Classes, Atal Tinkering Robatics Lab and CC cameras facilities, the school maintains a distinct identity in the region due to its excellent education, good discipline, excellent results, and remarkable achievements in science, General Knowledge, sports and other competitions. The school also provides scholarships, stationeries, medical help and uniforms etc. to the poorer students. The Church is involved in educational, medical and social work in the region. The church was known as the "Free Church in Central India" until 2007 when the church become the Presbyterian Free Church of Central India. The denomination subscribes the

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(1647) and has one regional Presbytery. The church is a member of the

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and the

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The denomination currently has 4 congregations and several house fellowships

References

Presbyterianism in India Presbyterian denominations in Asia Christianity in Madhya Pradesh Members of the World Reformed Fellowship 19th-century establishments in India {{India-church-stub