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The Reformed and Presbyterian Churches Fellowship in Myanmar (RPCFM) is a national ecumenical organization, bringing together Presbyterian and continental reformed Protestants incorporated in Myanmar. [1] [2] [3]
In 2005, a group of 10 Presbyterian and Continental Reformed denominations created the Fraternity of Presbyterian and Reformed Churches in Myanmar (FIPRM). [3]
In 2008, the Society applied to join International Conference of Reformed Churches. [3]
In addition, the organization has established contact with the Reformed Churches in the Netherlands (Liberated). [2]
By 2013, the organization became a member of World Reformed Fellowship, as well as most of its member churches. [4]
In 2008, there were 10 members of the Fraternity: [3]
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