How does the ARP compare with other Presbyterian denominations?
A. There are so many ways in which to measure this! Naturally, since we belong to the ARP, we think they represent the best expression of Presbyterianism. Having said that, if someone wanted to join a church of another denomination, we would recommend one with which we have “fraternal relations” (http://www.arpsynod.org/fraternal.html). If you are already familiar with the major Reformed / Presbyterian denominations, we can report that when the need arises, if an ARP church needs a new pastor, it is not uncommon for an ARP church to post such an opening with the PCA, EPC, or the OPC primarily. These four Presbyterian denominations have much in common, and faithfully adhere to the Westminster Standards. It is possible to point out some important differences between these denominations – but that would appear to be self serving on our part. Since most people when asking this question are looking for the classic “scale” of “conservative to liberal,” we’ll provide our take of the Reformed
