GC44 GC44 GCE09 Change to Basis of Union: IV. Regional Councils; Section 6.2 for October 2024 1. What is the issue?Before the restructuring in 2019, Presbyteries had the ability to appoint up to 10 lay members at large. The Conferences were also able to increase their membership with representatives of lay organizations the Conference recognized. This ability was lost during the transition to regional council structure. The ability of a regional council to elect at-large members is important to reflect the diversity within the regional council and have the benefit of these members’ input and wisdom.Full text of the proposal attached below. Resources GC44 GCE09 Change to Basis of Union.pdf Save to PDF True Document Date October 19, 2024 Document Type Proposal Originating Body General Council Executive Status For Review Latest News Commissioners for 45th General Council gathered Saturday for learning and discussion session With the theme “What is the vision/dream for United Church ministry leadership?” in mind, General Council Commissioners took part in a day of learning and discussion sessions on Saturday, June 28. Who are we, together, as the visionaries and dreamers of GC45? The constitution of the 45th General Council occurred Sunday, and by the end of the session – the theme of which was “Who are we, together, as the visionaries and dreamers of GC45?” – about 450 people participated online. Constitution of 45th General Council this Sunday Last call for nominees for Moderator to join the current five candidates.
