Why was the Pentecostal Fellowship of North America replaced in 1994?

The Pentecostal Fellowship of North America (PFNA) was dissolved and replaced by the Pentecostal/Charismatic Churches of North America (PCCNA) in 1994 to foster greater inclusivity and racial reconciliation.1

While the original PFNA, established in 1948, was limited to larger, predominantly white Pentecostal denominations, the 1990s saw a deliberate effort to build relationships with major African American Pentecostal and charismatic churches. This initiative culminated in the "Memphis Miracle," a significant moment of racial reconciliation that led to the formation of the more inclusive PCCNA. By prioritizing unity across racial lines, the movement affirmed the ethical necessity of overcoming historical segregation within the church.1