Also allowed: youth participation from new worshipping communities and immigrant fellowships.
But some, especially young adults, say the church needs to do more as "the land burns."
Resolutions address historic harms, racism, violence and reparative justice.
With one day of plenaries completed, many issues are set to be discussed today and tomorrow.
Commissioner says: "It’s time to be bold."
Next up: presbyteries must vote on whether to approve the amendments.
Proposals seek more inclusion, parity, equity and thus more justice
121 items of business were included in the assembly’s approval of the consent agenda, and 7 items were pulled for later discussion.
Worship leaders articulated hope for the present and future and lament over a painful past.
Final 14 sessions over five days will consider committee reports and other GA business
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