About Us

About the Presbyterian Church of Vanuatu

Welcome to the official website of the Presbyterian Church of Vanuatu.

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Who We Are

Who We Are

Presbyterian Church of Vanuatu

Classification
Protestant
Orientation
Calvinist
Theology
Reformed Evangelical
Polity
Presbyterian
Region
Vanuatu
Origin
1948
Congregations
400
Session
103
Baptized members
78,000 baptized
Active members
65,000 active members
Active ministers
108 active
Former name
Presbyterian Church of the New Hebrides
Former-name period
1948-1980

Associations

World Communion of Reformed ChurchesWorld Council of ChurchesPacific Council of Churches

Organization Structure

The Presbyterian Church of Vanuatu is organized in a hierarchical structure to serve God, support our communities, and advance His Kingdom.

  1. Root

    God

    Our supreme authority and source of guidance.

    1. Level 2

      General Assembly

      The highest governing body of the Church.

      1. Level 3

        Trust Association

        Trustees managing Church property and assets.

        1. Level 4

          Health Secretary

          Oversees health services and programs.

        2. Level 4

          Finance Secretary

          Manages financial stewardship and accountability.

        3. Level 4

          Reception Secretary

          Oversees hospitality and reception services.

        4. Level 4

          Christian Education

          Promotes Christian learning and discipleship.

        5. Level 4

          PCVEA

          Presbyterian Church of Vanuatu Education Authority.

        6. Level 4

          Secretary on Mission

          Oversees mission work and outreach.

      2. Level 3

        Assembly Executive

        Executive leadership for operational oversight.

        1. Level 4

          Assembly Clerk

          Administrative support and record keeping.