28 Oct GS 1977 art 4

GS 1977 ARTICLE 4 – Time-schedule; Procedure

The Chairman addresses Synod, thanking the brethren for the confidence placed in the officers. He also expresses the gratitude of Synod for the way the convening Church of Coaldale has prepared this Synod: it was evident that Coaldale fulfilled its task with joy and dedication!

Synod is adjourned to give the moderamen the opportunity to arrange a time­ schedule and to set rules of procedure.

After re-opening the following arrangements are adopted:

• 1. Morning sessions   9:00-12:30,
  • Monday 10:00- 12:30;
  • Afternoon sessions  2:00 – 5:00;
  • Evening sessions        7:00 – 9: 30;
  • Saturday session(s) 9:00- 12:30.
• This schedule applies also to meetings of Advisory Committees. If possible, the evening sessions will be used for plenary sessions.
• 2. Mail received after 12:00 noon, Monday, November 14, 1977, will not be dealt with by Synod.
• 3. The Press Release will not be published until after Synod has adjourned.
• 4. Motions and amendments shall be submitted in writing.
• 5. The Advisory Committee shall provide each member with a copy of their reports prior to the session in which the matter will be dealt with.
• 6. Also when the Advisory Committees meet, the meetings shall be opened and closed with prayer and thanksgiving in plenary session.
• 7. There will be no smoking during the sessions and during the intermissions in the meeting room.
• 8. Copies of the respective documents will be available for members of Synod, and for visitors at special request.