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Free Christians are often positioned at the opposite end of the theological spectrum to Fundamentalist Christianity. Because of their history of dissent, and their historical association with 'heresies' such as Unitarianism, they may even be regarded by some Christians as theologically 'unorthodox'. Free Christian groups would typically also welcome those believers who personally adhere to more orthodox beliefs (such as the Trinity) as the emphasis is on inclusivity rather than non-conformity per se.

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  • Free Christians are often positioned at the opposite end of the theological spectrum to Fundamentalist Christianity. Because of their history of dissent, and their historical association with 'heresies' such as Unitarianism, they may even be regarded by some Christians as theologically 'unorthodox'. Free Christian groups would typically also welcome those believers who personally adhere to more orthodox beliefs (such as the Trinity) as the emphasis is on inclusivity rather than non-conformity per se.
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  • Free Christians are often positioned at the opposite end of the theological spectrum to Fundamentalist Christianity. Because of their history of dissent, and their historical association with 'heresies' such as Unitarianism, they may even be regarded by some Christians as theologically 'unorthodox'. Free Christian groups would typically also welcome those believers who personally adhere to more orthodox beliefs (such as the Trinity) as the emphasis is on inclusivity rather than non-conformity per se. In mainland Britain, Free Christians who profess a denominational allegiance can be found primarily within the ranks of the Unitarians, and to a lesser extent within the Quakers. Today, Free Christians in both denominations co-exist, sometimes controversially, with those who consider themselves Agnostic, Atheist, Pagan, Buddhist, or Nontheist, or do not accept a religious label of any description. In Ireland, Free Christians associate themselves primarily with the Non-subscribing Presbyterian Church of Ireland. In recent years, there has been a noticeable emergence of what could be termed as 'unofficial Free Christianity' within mainline Protestant churches including the Anglican Communion, United Reformed Church, Disciples of Christ and the United Church of Christ—evident in theologically open-minded networks such as Free to Believe and The Center for Progressive Christianity. As a result, Free Christianity is often directly associated with Liberal Christianity and the Progressive Christian movement. Such comparisons are generally valid but this should not detract from viewing Free Christianity as a distinct theological trend /tradition in its own right.
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