Originally Posted by CC1

I have never really gotten a clear answer as to why the ALJC has been going down in recent years.

Some have speculated that they are so similar to the UPC that the advantages of being part of a larger fellowship have caused some to leave for the UPC.

I have always found it interesting that UPC preachers wanting to use TV or have TV have not switched to the ALJC from the UPC. Especially those who are still bonafide three steppers and pretty conservative regarding standards.

The few ALJC congregations I have seen out at restaurants, etc all look exactly like UPC ones.

Other than their licensned ministers not having to hide TV's in therir homes or call them "monitors" and their ability to advertise or preach on TV I see no difference.