Its function is to guide governing
bodies toward implementing principles of participation and inclusiveness
to ensure effective participation in decision making in the
church.
“The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) shall give full expression
to the rich diversity within its membership and shall provide
means which will assure a greater inclusiveness leading to
wholeness in its emerging life” (Book of Order,
G-4.0403).
The Constitution further mandates that “each governing
body above the session shall elect a committee on representation…to
ensure fair and effective representation” (Book of
Order, G-9.0105a, b). The GACOR works to provide guidance
and resources to these committees on representation in the denomination’s
governing bodies. |
