The European Liberal Protestant Network

The European Liberal Protestant Network (ELPN) was founded in 1998 but it represents the closer co-operation of a number of liberal Christian groups in Europe which have long co-operated under the auspices of the International Association for Religious Freedom (IARF) which was itself founded in 1900. It aims to bring together those who share in a liberal understanding of the Christian faith.

The European Liberal Protestant Network:

* exists to bring together European Liberal Protestants within the International Association for Religious Freedom.

* is founded on the Gospel of Jesus, serving God in the world in the spirit of freedom.

* is open to churches, groups and individuals who arecommitted to the Christian tradition in a responsible and thoughtful way.

* is a place for enquiry after truth and for the sharing of beliefs in a climate of freedom and tolerance.

* seeks to develop a liberal Christian position by means of conferences, publications and exchanges.

* is run by a representative committee.