Presbyterians and Congregationalists both opposed certain practices and liturgical requirements of the Church of England, including its episcopal polity.

[5] Concerned parties sued the General Council of the CCC in New York, Judge Steinbrink halting the merger in 1950.

The New York Court of Appeals would reverse this judgment in 1953,[9] allowing the CCC and E&R to ultimately form the United Church of Christ in 1957.

It opposes homosexuality, abortion, and non-marital sexual activity while promoting evangelism, missions and orthodox theology.

[14] The conference does not govern the doctrine of its constituent churches, but it does occasionally produce position papers stating the denomination's view on various issues.

These include statements on biblical marriage, the ministerial standing of women, racial reconciliation, the charismatic movement, homosexuality, abortion and euthanasia.

[15] The CCCC admits churches of any origin that operate according to congregational polity, subscribe to the Statement of Faith, and support the activity of the conference.

Although committed to common points of faith, the CCCC does allow room for disagreement in matters not pertaining to those subjects addressed in the Statement.

Area Representatives are appointed by the Conference Minister (who functions as the Executive Director or National Pastor for the CCCC).

The board is responsible for Conference business, the appointment of a Chaplaincy Endorsing Agent, and the denominational publication arm (the FORESEE).

Over a quarter million members of Congregational Christian Churches opposed or abstained from the vote to form the UCC.