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 2025
Tucson, Arizona
Thursday, June 5 – June 10
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Opening Worship | June 5 | 6:00 PM EST |
Thursday Plenary | June 5 | 10:30 PM EST |
Friday Plenary – Morning | June 6 | 11:30 AM EST |
Friday Plenary – Afternoon | June 6 | 5:00 PM EST |
Friday Plenary – Evening | June 6 | Canceled |
Saturday Plenary – Morning | June 7 | 11:30 AM EST |
Saturday Plenary – Afternoon | June 7 | 5:00 PM EST |
Saturday Plenary – Evening | June 7 | Canceled |
Sunday Worship | June 8 | 1:30 PM EST |
Sunday Plenary | June 8 | 10:30 PM EST |
Monday Plenary – Morning | June 9 | 11:30 AM EST |
Monday Plenary – Afternoon | June 9 | 5:00 PM EST |
Monday Plenary – Evening | June 9 | 10:30 PM EST |
Closing Worship | June 10 | 10:45 AM EST |
General Synod 2025 offering
Each year, ministries are selected to receive offerings from those participating in General Synod.
Latest Synod News


General Synod 2025 News Summary

New judicial bodies: How will they work?

General Synod Daily Recap: Monday, June 9, 2025

General Synod Daily Recap: Sunday, June 8, 2025

Licensing and ordination proposal sent back for further development

Delegates approve change allowing for virtual General Synod meetings

General Synod Daily Recap: Saturday, June 7, 2025
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RCA colleges move to “affiliated” relationship with denomination

General Synod Daily Recap: Friday, June 6, 2025

Middle Assemblies to be Implemented by the End of 2026

General Synod Daily Recap: Thursday, June 5, 2025

General Synod 2025 will consider a delayed implementation of structural changes

General Synod 2024 News Summary

Covenant Share rate set at 2.5 percent for 2025

General Synod takes steps toward a more equitable Book of Church Order
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.