The 226th General Assembly opens quietly
Audio problems slow, but don’t halt, the assembly’s opening livestream plenary Tuesday morning.
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Mid Councils Committee to hear from synods and the host mid council of GA 226, the Presbytery of Utah
Committee will also consider formation of a permanent GA Commission on Mid Councils.
Ecumenical and Interfaith Partnerships Committee to review the work of global partners of the PC(USA)
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Ordination Committee to address a host of issues related to the ‘ordered ministries’ of the Church
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General Assembly Procedures Committee to consider changes to the Standing Rules of the General Assembly
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