GC45 GC45 WF34: PM01 Emerging Communities of Faith for Summer 2025 The majority of discussion groups discussed this proposal. There was general agreement for the intent of the proposal. There were some suggestions for clarity of language and concerns about Regional Council capacity to support emerging communities. Therefore, the Way Forward Team proposes: That, in response to PM01 Emerging Communities of Faith the 45th General Council, 2025, refer PM01 Emerging Communities of Faith and discussion notes to the General Secretary to propose revisions to relevant sections of the Manual, in consultation with Regional Councils, to reflect clarity of language. Save to PDF True Document Date August 11, 2025 Document Type Way Forward Originating Body Way Forward Committee Latest News Monday, Aug. 11: Decision session summary The final day of GC45 began with a moving service that remembered the Communion of Saints, before settling business on a number of proposals. Sunday, Aug. 10: Summary of the day After the Alvin Dixon Walk/Run raised over $25,000, participants heard from Toward 2035, Indigenous Ministry and Justice, and a message of continued support from Rev. Dr. Karen Georgia Thompson. Saturday, Aug. 9: Summary of the day Youth Forum members and leadership animators challenged the church to examine how it relates to youth, and to follow their leadership, and the Moderator-elect, Rev. Dr. Kimberly Heath listened carefully.
