In its annual meeting, the General Synod sets the direction and tone for denominational ministry. It has authority in all matters relating to denominational program and policy. It also has general responsibility over all lower assemblies (regional synods, classes, and consistories).
General Synod
Annual Meeting
General Synod 2022
June 9-14, 2022
Central College, Pella, Iowa
To provide the safest possible meeting, all participants are expected to be fully vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19 to attend General Synod. All General Synod proceedings will be limited to registered participants, with no in-person observers; a video stream of the plenary sessions will be available on this page during and following General Synod.
Pray for the RCA
What began as a season of prayer in the month leading up to General Synod 2021 is now continuing after synod. Each month, people from across the RCA gather virtually for a Zoom prayer meeting to seek God’s guidance for the Reformed Church in America. These prayer gatherings take place on the third Friday of each month; anyone who wishes to pray for the RCA is welcome. Register to learn more and get the Zoom link.
Latest Synod News
Recommendations
An up-to-date list of all recommendations being voted on.
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Journals
Detailed recordings of the events of General Synod.
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The General Synod—
The governing body of the RCA
General Synod membership is made up of minister and elder representatives from each classis and regional synod. In its annual meeting, the General Synod sets the direction and tone for denominational ministry. It has authority in all matters relating to denominational program and policy. It also has general responsibility over all lower assemblies (regional synods, classes, and consistories).
Minutes of General Synod
The acts and proceedings from each year are recorded in the Minutes of General Synod, including reports and recommendations.
General Synod Statements
General Synod papers provide guidance to the members of the church and are a part of the church’s witness in society.