GS 1980 ARTICLE 47 – Re-opening

The Chairman calls on the members of Synod to sing Psalm 111:1, reads from I John 4:1-12 and leads in prayer.

The roll call reveals that the Rev. M. Werkman is present as the alternate for the Rev. Cl. Stam.

The Rev. M. van Beveren, vice-chairman, speaks some well-chosen words lo the Chairman, the Rev. D. VanderBoom, who celebrates his 65th birthday today.

The Synod adjourns and the Committees meet.