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).
October 14–19
Tucson, Arizona.
| Session | Date | Start time |
| Thursday Plenary | Oct 14 | 6:30 PM EST |
| Friday Plenary 1 | Oct 15 | 2:15 PM EST |
| Friday Plenary 2 | Oct 15 | 5:00 PM EST |
| Friday Plenary 3 | Oct 15 | 10:30 PM EST |
| Saturday Plenary 1 | Oct 16 | 12:00 PM EST |
| Saturday Plenary 2 | Oct 16 | 5:00 PM EST |
| Saturday Plenary 3 | Oct 16 | 10:30 PM EST |
| Sunday Plenary | Oct 17 | 10:30 PM EST |
| Monday Plenary 1 | Oct 18 | 12:00 PM EST |
| Monday Plenary 2 | Oct 18 | 5:00 PM EST |
| Monday Plenary 3 | Oct 18 | 10:30 PM EST |
| Tuesday Plenary | Oct 19 | 11:00 AM EST |
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).
The acts and proceedings from each year are recorded in the Minutes of General Synod, including reports and recommendations.
General Synod papers provide guidance to the members of the church and are a part of the church’s witness in society.
