The group is a subset of the Exclusive Brethren , a Plymouth Brethren group. At this time many Christians were becoming increasingly dissatisfied with the Anglican Church , which they deemed as too closely resembling the Catholic Church in doctrine and ritual.
Some of the most prominent teachers of the Brethren were living in Plymouth , UK. By the first permanent meetings were held in simple meeting rooms and these gathering places became known as those of the Plymouth Brethren.
There are now over 50, people who identify as members of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church. The PBCC believe that "God's principle of unity" is achieved by separating from that which they consider evil.
Members of the group do not engage with television, radio, and the open internet. The Brethren reserve all social activities for those with whom they celebrate the Lord's Supper their name for the Eucharist , excluding even family who are not members of the church.
Social activities include eating, drinking and entertainment. Eating in restaurants and staying at hotels, club and professional memberships, directorships, and shares are avoided. Services on Sunday start with the Lord's Supper at 6 am and worship in small groups.
