221st General Assembly (2014)
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The 221st General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) was held from June 14 to 21, 2014 at the COBO Center in downtown Detroit, Michigan. This biennial meeting brings together commissioners and advisory delegates from all 172 presbyteries, as well as other delegates and observers from around the world. We begin and end with worship, and in between there are celebrations, deliberations and inspirations for everyone. See the proposed docket.
The top leaders in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) share their thoughts on the business of the 221st General Assembly (2014) in a letter to members, and issue a charge to the full body as it moves forward. Read more (PDF).
News & Statements
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General Assembly offering yields $13,500 for ministries in Detroit, around the world
July 11, 2014
Worshipers at the 221st General Assembly’s opening worship last month in Detroit gave more than $13,500 to ministries both local and global.
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New, approved translation of the Heidelberg Catechism explored in Being Reformed study
- July 7, 2014
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New, approved translation of the Heidelberg Catechism explored in Being Reformed study
- July 7, 2014
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Living the dream
- June 30, 2014
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Assembly closing sermon encouraged the gathered to trust in God alone
- June 24, 2014
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Get ready, Portland. The Presbyterians are on their way!
- June 21, 2014
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GA actions increase per capita 5 cents per year for 2015, 2016
- June 21, 2014
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Before the stroke of midnight, Assembly urges local jurisdictions to tighten background checks
- June 21, 2014
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Assembly adopts mission budgets of $73.7 million and $78.2 million for next two years
- June 21, 2014
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By slim margin, Assembly approves divestment from three companies doing business in Israel/Palestine
- June 21, 2014
PC-BIZIf you missed any of the worship and plenary sessions at this Assembly you can watch them here or spend some time browsing photos to get a feel for the entire event.