Congregational Christian Church in American Samoa
Christian denomination in American Samoa
The Congregational Christian Church of American Samoa - CCCAS (Samoan: Ekalesia Faapotopotoga Kerisiano i Amerika Samoa - EFKAS) is a theologically Calvinist and Congregational denomination in American Samoa.
The Congregational Christian Church of American Samoa (CCCAS) follows the 'congregationalist' model of church organization, which entails two fundamental principles meticulously upheld within the CCCAS structure. Each member of the congregation retains independence and autonomy in decision-making on its own local church matters.
The CCCAS is a Christian denomination deeply rooted in Samoan culture and language which was evident in its worship practices and community service endeavors.
History
In 1830, Reverend John Williams and the London Missionary Society, introduced Christianity to Samoa. The ruler of Samoa at the time, Malietoa Vainu'upo, warmly welcomed this new faith, leading to its rapid establishment and spread across the islands. Upon learning of this development, Tui Manu'a, the sovereign of American Samoa (Kingdom of Tutuila and Manu'a), also embraced Christianity. Subsequently, the Church swiftly expanded throughout American Samoa, with the entire Kingdom converting to the faith. This pivotal moment solidified American Samoa as a stronghold of the LMS Mission.
The congregations in American Samoa were under the jurisdiction of the LMS Head Office in Malua, Samoa.
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