GC45 GC45 WF31: HF03 Remit and Proposal Integrity Policy for Summer 2025 All but one of the discussion groups were opposed to this proposal and one group did not discuss this proposal. Most discussion groups expressed concerns, including tying up our process with the use of multiple remits, lack of room for discernment, cost, lack of engagement from local communities of faith. Some discussion groups expressed the value of honouring our corporate history but not letting that hold us back or limit the church’s ability to have flexibility to change, progress, and evolve. Therefore, the Way Forward Team proposes: That, in response to HF03 Remit and Proposal integrity Policy, the 45th General Council, 2025, take no further action on HF03 Remit and Proposal integrity Policy Save to PDF True Document Date August 11, 2025 Document Type Way Forward Originating Body Way Forward Committee Status Carried Latest News GC45 Recall Meeting: Sept. 13, 2025 The recall meeting for the 45th General Council moved smoothly through several Way Forward proposals outstanding from the in-person meetings in Calgary, Alberta, in August. 45th General Council makes clear commitments to Just Peace regarding Palestine and Israel 45th General Council recalled to deal with unfinished, urgent business on Sept. 13; several proposals dealing with Palestine and Israel receive overwhelming support. Dreaming a Better World into Being: For the Sake of God’s Beloved World Following General Council 45, the church issued a renewed commitment to justice, peace and the flourishing of all peoples.
