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Presbyterian / Reformed

Kirk of the Hills

111 W Lockwood Ave, St. Louis, MO 63119
Mixed — Caution in Top Priority
Quick Facts
Pastor — the shepherd God holds accountable See website
Founded 1964
Denomination Presbyterian (PCA)
Service Times See website for times
Men's Ministry No
Kids Ministry Yes
10-Point Theological Scorecard
Christology
Is Jesus the only way? (John 14:6)
Affirms Nicene orthodoxy and full deity/humanity of Christ.
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Scripture
Inerrancy affirmed? Final authority?
Affirms inerrancy and authority of Scripture.
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Men's Discipleship
Intentional formation for men?
Not stated on available sources — verify in person.
Caution
Soteriology
Faith alone? How is salvation presented?
Salvation by grace through faith alone.
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Gender / Biblical Design
Biblical manhood and womanhood by God's design — patriarchal, complementarian, egalitarian, or affirming gender ideology?
PCA requires male-only ordination per Westminster Confession. Complementarian — not patriarchal.
PCA requires male-only ordination (pastors, elders, deacons); complementarian by confession
Caution
Leadership Structure
Male elders/pastors? Accountability?
Male elder/pastor leadership.
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Preaching Style
Expository or topical/therapeutic?
Not stated on available sources — verify in person.
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Mission Clarity
Great Commission central?
Not stated on available sources — verify in person.
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Cultural Alignment
DEI/CRT language? Social justice crowding out gospel?
Not stated on available sources — verify in person.
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Accountability Structure
Denominational home, elder plurality, or external network — is the pastor answerable to anyone?
PCA provides strong presbyterian accountability through sessions, presbyteries, and General Assembly.
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Assessment
Kirk of the Hills is a PCA congregation — the Presbyterian Church in America holds to the Westminster Confession, affirms inerrancy, requires male-only ordination, and maintains strong presbyterian accountability. Historic St. Louis area PCA church.
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Sources & Evidence
Enrichment Notes

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  1. [1] Live source https://www.kirkofthehills.org (301 to thekirk.org)

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Last reviewed: 2026-05-16 — Annual review recommended
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