The division occurred because of a continuing difference over liberty of conscience (as defined in the Westminster Confession of Faith), which came to a head over the attendance of Lord Mackay of Clashfern at a Requiem Mass which formed part of the funeral of a colleague, former Lord Justice Clerk Lord Wheatley.
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The denomination claims a further 7 churches, however, these 'congregations' do not hold services but meet with other APC churches or with local Free Church of Scotland congregations.
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