PC(USA) General Assembly declares government of Israel actions toward Palestinians “apartheid”
The contentious resolution was balanced against earlier statements condemning antisemitism and Islamophobia.
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Assembly approves changes in age requirements for Young Adult Advisory Delegates
Also allowed: youth participation from new worshipping communities and immigrant fellowships.
General Assembly instructs PC(USA) to divest from five fossil fuel companies
But some, especially young adults, say the church needs to do more as "the land burns."
Assembly declares PC(USA) to be a ‘sanctuary and accompaniment church,’ supporting immigrants and asylum-seekers
Commissioner says: "It’s time to be bold."
General Assembly approves proposed constitutional amendments to require policies and to remove ‘honorable’ from retiree title
Next up: presbyteries must vote on whether to approve the amendments.
Financial Resources Committee recommends PC(USA) explore different funding models
With a shrinking denomination, the committee recognized that the per capital funding model is no longer sustainable. But, they discussed, how will we move forward?
Financial Resources Committee does not support creating a commission with the power to unify two top church agencies; votes for a task force instead
The committee did approve the Presbyterian Mission Agency’s work plan for 2023 and 2024, with a Matthew 25 focus.
Financial Resources Committee considers future of PC(USA) Special Offerings, affirms work of Presbyterian Foundation
The committee did not find a way to increase funding for the Evangelical Seminary of Puerto Rico.
Immigration Committee asks General Assembly to declare Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) a “sanctuary and accompaniment church”
Committee members pray for migrants found dead this week in a truck in San Antonio and bring “holy anger” to their work.
Immigration Committee asks assembly to assist asylum seekers by urging Presbyterians with legal and interpretation expertise to help
Still to come: should the PC(USA) call itself an accompaniment and sanctuary church?
Environmental Justice Committee affirms the strategy of selective divestment; does not support call for categorical divestment from fossil fuel companies
The committee acknowledges the urgency of global warming and urges churches and Presbyterians to work towards carbon neutrality.
Assembly’s Environmental Justice Committee considers potential responses to climate change — both strategic and aspirational
Committee also approves, with some revisions, report on “investing in a Green Future”
Environmental Justice Committee approves recommendation on divestment from five energy companies, carbon offsets
The long-awaited overture, pending the assembly’s approval, paves the way for Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) agencies to speak with their investment dollars after many years of negotiations resulted in less-than-desired environmental concessions from large energy companies.
Polity Committee recommends requiring new policies on anti-racism training and non-sexual harassment
Also approved: a recommendation to recognize the ordinations of immigrant pastors
Polity Committee makes several recommendations on matters of pastoral leadership
The Polity Committee does not recommend several proposed constitutional amendments and wants to change the designation from ‘honorably retired’ to ‘retired’ for ministers.
In close vote, Polity Committee rejects proposal to broaden criteria for ordaining ruling elders
Once again, a General Assembly committee has said no to providing more flexibility in the way ruling elders are ordained.
Deputy Stated Clerk Kerry Rice explains access problems with PC-Biz
Those trying to access PC-Biz on the morning of June 20, 2022, may have experienced some technical difficulties; Deputy State Clerk Kerry Rice explains why.
Commissioners’ resolutions reflect concerns plucked straight from the news
Another concern raised: the relationship between the Board of Pensions and the broader church
The votes are in …
The 225th General Assembly has selected its co-moderators.
We have a quorum: Procedural votes in opening plenary give assembly green light to move ahead
General Assembly 225 is officially underway.
The ongoing fight for freedom: General Assembly touches on Juneteenth and cash bail
Leslie Scanlon outlines how General Assembly will touch on Juneteenth and cash bail.
Welcome to Louisville — Here’s what you can do around town
For those coming to GA225, Lousiville resident Leslie Scanlon shares some hints for exploring the city.
2022 General Assembly to consider pressures on small churches and presbyteries
The PC(USA) is changing. In what ways does the polity and funding structure need to change too?
GA round up: What to expect out of this year’s General Assembly
Outlook national reporter Leslie Scanlon reports on what you need to know about General Assembly.
Presbyterian Outlook hosts “Meet the candidates” webinar
On June 9, the Presbyterian Outlook hosted a webinar featuring those standing for moderator of the 225th General Assembly.