219th General Assembly (2010) - Presbyterian Coalition

There are six people seeking the office of moderator this year. Here is a photo of each, along with basic information and links to help you learn more. Many thanks to Carmen Fowler (Presbyterian Lay Committee) and Marie Bowen (Presbyterians Pro-Life) for compiling this chart.

Important Issues at the 2010 G.A.

Includes resources on each issue.

Advisories on Important Issues

from the Presbyterian Renewal Network.

Overtures of Special Interest

PC-Biz

The place to go for all official business coming to General Assembly. You do not have to create an account to access it.

What Happens at a General Assembly?

The basic schedule: What Happens When.

How Business Gets to a General Assembly

A brief explanation of the several ways items can be brought before the G.A.

Making a Difference

Some ways YOU can impact the G.A., even if you won't be in Minneapolis this summer!

Presbyblog

The blog of commissioner Bob Davis, which other commissioners will find to be a helpful resource in preparing for GA.

Five Tuesdays in June

Pre-GA briefings/webinars offered by the Presbyterian Outlook. Top experts on the "hot" topics address your questions. Free for all GA Commissioners & Delegates!

Deadlines for items to be considered by the 219th General Assembly are as follows:

Amendment to/Interpretation of Book of Order: 120 day deadline (March 5, 2010)
Financial Implications: 60-day Deadline (May 4, 2010)
All Other Overtures: 45-day Deadline (May 19, 2010)
Consultation: 30-day Deadline (June 3, 2010)

NOTE: Deadlines to bring business to presbyteries varies from presbytery to presbytery. Contact your presbytery office to learn the deadlines for your particular presbytery.