Surprising Connections (written by Brenton Thompson)
The past has a surprising way of catching up with you. GA is such a place of connection for Presbyterians and many paths continue to cross every time we gather. While in Committee 10 – Civil Unions...
View ArticlePassion Overload (written by Tayluer Streat)
The future was so clear just a week ago. It’s funny how everything can change by one encounter. I came to General Assembly knowing that I would love to go to the Naval Academy and become a military...
View ArticleAn Ever-Present Help (written by Isaac Baah)
This is my first time attending General Assembly and I have been very impressed with everything so far. Although the conference has not yet come to an end, it has been a life-changing experience...
View ArticleCommittee Life and Robert’s Rules Rock! (written by Courtenay Willcox)
I’ve just come off an enlivening and exhausting period of moderating 2½ days of committee debate. I thought the Mid Councils Issues Committee might be a bit of a sleeper committee, but I was so wrong....
View ArticleCountdown – One More Day! (written by Elaine McCray)
Overwhelming, fascinating, whirlwind, exciting, and very long hours are the words used to describe this experience as a Commissioner to the 221st General Assembly. First, I want to say how honored I am...
View ArticleGrateful and Honored (written by Komlan Ezunkpe)
I am so grateful and honored to be part of the 221st General Assembly (2014). It has been a thrilling experience for me to be here and to serve on the Mission Coordination Committee. Some of the issues...
View ArticleWhat went on at the General Assembly
The Presbytery of Philadelphia is deeply grateful for the time and commitment from our commissioners as they served the larger church prayerfully and with discernment. We thank you! The congregations...
View ArticleAbound in Hope! (written by Ken McKeown)
The theme of this General Assembly was “Abound in Hope” (Romans 15:13) and it was in practice throughout the week: in committee, on the floor in plenary, and even at the lunches and dinner we shared...
View ArticleSigning Off With Gratitude
Thank you Presbytery of Philadelphia! We have been honored to serve the Presbytery and serve the church as one of your Commissioners to General Assembly. As we make our way home from Detroit and...
View ArticlePost 221st General Assembly Reflections
Post 221st General Assembly Reflections, by Ruth Santana-Grace: Dear Brothers and Sisters on this journey, As we move from the decisions and recommendations of the 221st General Assembly into a time of...
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