As the nation's largest Presbyterian denomination considers allowing non-celibate gay clergy, three conservative churches in Indiana amiably announced their departure.
Feb. 23, 2009 -- Three Indiana churches belonging to the Presbyterian Church (USA) will break away from the national church on April 15.
The leadership from Covenant Presbyterian Church of West Lafayette, First Presbyterian Church of Frankfort and First Presbyterian Church of Nappanee requested the split based on theological differences regarding scriptural interpretation.
