GS 1977 art 2

GS 1977 ARTICLE 2 – Credentials

After Hymn 1:1 and 2 has been sung the Chairman pro tempore calls upon Elder J. DeVos and Rev. J. Geertsema to examine the credentials.

They report that the following delegates are present with proper credentials:

  • From the Regional Synod, East, held September 21, 1977:
    • Ministers: J. Geertsema, W. Huizinga, C. Olij, W.W.J. VanOene;
    • Elders: J. Bol, J.G. Feenstra, B.J. Harsevoort, C. Walinga.
  • From the Regional Synod, West, held May 11, 1977:
    • Ministers: S. DeBruin, D. DeJong, J. Mulder, M. van Beveren;
    • Elders: H.A. Berends, W.H. Bredenhof, J. DeVos, C. Van Seters.

Since both Regional Synods are duly represented by the first delegates, General Synod can be constituted.