Delegates and guests have been making their way to Pella, Iowa, for the RCA’s 208th General Synod, which begins this afternoon at Central College.
Of the 466 expected attendees:
- 266 drove, many in carpools
- 199 flew
- 167 caught a free shuttle ride from the airport, thanks to the help of 10 volunteer drivers
- More than 50 experienced flight delays
- 155 are women
- 311 are men
Voting delegates make up half of synod participants; another 15 percent are corresponding delegates, who have a voice but no vote. Other participants will be presenting reports, promoting ministries, representing RCA mission work, and assisting with the event.