The Presbytery of Olympia is seeking Ministers of Word and Sacrament, Ruling Elders, and Young Adult Advisor Delegate applicants to serve as commissioners to the 226th General Assembly. This is an opportunity to help the larger church learn, discern and engage in the mission Christ is calling us to do. 

What is the General Assembly (“GA”) ?
 
GA is Presbyterians together discerning what the Spirit is saying to the churches.  For the upcoming GA in 2024, commissioners will be busy with online (Zoom) committee meetings from June 25-27, 2024, then travel to Salt Lake City, UT, for the June 29 - July 4, 2024 It’s a mix of both in-person and online.  Post GA service in 2024-25 includes interpreting the actions of the General Assembly to the presbytery and its congregations and advising the presbytery on how to vote on any proposed amendments to the PC(USA) Constitution.

How do I express interest in becoming a commissioner? 

Complete the GA Commissioner and YAAD Interest Form. Submit it by October 1st to be considered as a nominee for election at the November 11, 2023, Stated Presbytery Meeting. 

What are the qualifications to serve as a YAAD?  To serve as a Young Adult Advisory Delegate to the 226th General Assembly a young adult must be between the ages of 17 and 23 years old on June 25, 2024. In addition to the age qualification, YAADs should be an active member of one of its congregations, or a participant in a New Worshipping Community or an immigrant fellowship that has a relationship with the presbytery.