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FieldChurch of God (Cleveland, Tennessee)
TypeDenomination
Origin19th century
North America
OverviewChurch of God (Cleveland, Tennessee) is a worldwide Trinitarian Pentecostal denomination headquartered in Cleveland, Tennessee.
HistoryIt began in 1886 in the southeastern United States and developed through holiness and Pentecostal revival currents into a global denomination.
Beliefs and emphasesIt identifies as evangelical and Pentecostal, affirming biblical authority, the Trinity, salvation through Christ, and baptism in the Holy Spirit with speaking in tongues as initial evidence. Holiness, healing, evangelism, and Christ’s return are important themes.
Worship and practiceWorship commonly includes prayer, preaching, music, testimony, Baptism, communion, mission, and charismatic ministry.
Organisation and lifeIt is linked through local churches, state or regional bodies, national organisations, and a General Assembly with international ministries.
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RelatedPentecostal Christianity
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