General Assembly Highlights for June 27
A summary of the major decisions made by the General Assembly on Thursday, June 27.
A summary of the major decisions made by the General Assembly on Thursday, June 27.
The overture argues that expense and health restrictions often keep elders from attending GA and that technology exists to have commissioners vote on issues from a distance while watching the proceedings online.
Conflicts noted by the CCB may often be remedied by an OC amendment to the proposal.
Eleven presbyteries have presented overtures related to human sexuality to the 47th General Assembly.
The 47th General Assembly will include three events aimed at training experienced ruling elders to mentor less experienced men.
The overture has been referred to the CCB for review of its compatibility with the constitution and to the Overtures Committee for its recommendation.
At what point in our form of government is there freedom for those who have not been ordained to church office to serve? Is there authority other than governing authority that is open to any member in good standing?
The guide provides the information PCA members need to pray wisely and specifically for the denominations upcoming Assembly.
The stated clerk has 20 specific responsibilities associated with the gathering of the denominations highest court. ByFaith asked Taylor to talk about a few of the specific things he does before and during the Assembly.
The General Assembly voted on the following overtures on Thursday afternoon and evening: Overture 3, referred back to Chesapeake Presbytery without prejudice. Overture 5, answered in the negative. Overture 7, referred back to the Administrative Committee. Overtures 21 and 22, affirmed. The Assembly affirmed the recommendation to answer Overture 25 in the negative. Overture 26, answered…