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California presbytery leaders become second pair to announce plans to stand for co-moderators
A team of presbytery leaders from Southern California will stand for Co-Moderators at the conclusion of the 227th General Assembly, being held online and in Milwaukee, Wisconsin June 22-July 2, for service that will carry through to the 228th General Assembly (2028).
GA 227 Deadlines
180 Day - Dec. 24, 2025
Commissioner names
120 Day - Feb. 22, 2026
Constitutional implications, all reports
60 Day - Apr. 22, 2026
All overtures and the ACC report
45 Day - May 7, 2026
All comments, concurrences, minutes
30 Day - May 22, 2026
GANC report
Commissioners ResolutionsJune 23, 2026
The Rev. Dr. Frances Lin, the presbytery leader of Riverside Presbytery, and the Rev. Dr. Sean Chow, executive director of the Presbytery of San Diego, have been endorsed by their respective presbyteries for the positions they seek.
In a news release announcing their candidacy, the two said their shared theme, “God’s Abundance,” “grows out of the conviction that even in seasons of anxiety, change and loss, God has given and continues to give the church what it needs.”
“This abundance is seen in the grace that sustains us through hardship, the hope that emerges when all seems lost, and the renewal that springs forth in times of transition,” they said in the release. “It is present in the laughter of children, the wisdom of elders and the daily acts of care, generosity and hospitality that bind us together. Abundance is experienced when resources are shared, gifts are recognized and every person is valued for who they are.”
Read more about their candidacy on Presbyterian News Service.
The Rev. Dr. Sean Chow and the Rev. Dr. Frances Lin will stand for Co-Moderators of the 227th General Assembly (contributed photo)
Former committee moderator and vice moderator take on new coordinator role
by Dustin Wilsor and the Rev. Jenny Wells
At the 226th General Assembly, we had the privilege of serving together as moderator and vice moderator of the Domestic Engagement Committee. That experience — navigating complex business, managing hybrid participation, and holding space for faithful discernment — now shapes our work for the 227th GA.
This year, we are serving as moderator/vice moderator coordinators, a role designed to provide consistent training, preparation and onsite support for committee leadership. Our work begins months before the Assembly convenes. In partnership with the GA Training team, we help design and lead both in-person and online training sessions that equip moderators and vice moderators with the skills they need to lead effectively — from parliamentary procedure and technology management to facilitation, tonesetting and community-building.
Once leaders are appointed, we serve as their primary point of contact through the Assembly
itself. That means walking alongside them as they prepare agendas, navigate challenging conversations, draft reports and present their committee’s work in plenary.
Having sat in those roles ourselves, we know how demanding and meaningful the work can be. Strong committee leadership shapes the spirit and effectiveness of the entire Assembly. Our hope is that through thoughtful preparation and steady support, we can help create conditions where discernment is both orderly and open to the Spirit’s movement.
It is a joy to continue serving the church in this way.
and vice moderator of
Procedures Committee.
Dustin Wilsor is a ruling elder from Seattle Presbytery who served as moderator of the Domestic Engagement Committee for the 226th General Assembly in Salt Lake City. The Rev. Jenny Wells is a teaching elder from Heartland Presbytery who served as vice moderator for the same committee. The pair moved on to step in as moderator
the General Assembly
Dustin Wilsor and the Rev. Jenny Wells at the ninth plenary session of the 226th General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
Photo by Kristen Gaydos | PC(USA)
Dustin Wilsor and the Rev. Jenny Wells at the Domestic Engagement Committee meeting held on June 25, 2024. Photo by Randy Hobson | PC(USA)
Stated Clerk of the General Assembly reflects on why “Persevering Toward Wholeness” is an appropriate theme for the church in this moment
The Rev. Jihyun Oh gives insight into the decision to make the theme of the 227th General Assembly “Persevering Toward Wholeness.” Listen to her thoughts on how this fits for the church in this particular time and place and how the specific word choices connect us to the larger church globally.
Unification Commission Member shares insights and hopes about the process
Unification Commission member Emily Martin is a ruling elder who previously served as a Young Adult Advisory Delegate to the General Assembly. Here she shares her decision to serve on the commission and apply what she learned as a YAAD on a deeper level. Martin says she has enjoyed representing her presbytery and also bringing a younger perspective to the commission, which she says the denomination clearly wants. She says it’s important to understand where someone is coming from when they’ve grown up in this denomination, and it’s important for the future of the denomination to have young people influencing it. Watch her video to hear more about her experiences and perspective.
Wisconsin church honors art therapist’s memory with vibrant annual fair
Attending the 227th General Assembly gives commissioners and advisory delegates an opportunity to get to know the many churches in and around Milwaukee. Each church has a story.
The Donna Lexa Memorial Art Fair, sponsored annually by Jerusalem Presbyterian Church in Milwaukee, is a juried celebration of art and community held each August in honor of the late Donna Lexa — an art therapist whose creativity and compassion shaped both church and community life. The free event features local artists, live music, food, children’s activities, and a used book sale, with proceeds supporting
Waukesha County nonprofits and fine arts scholarships for Kettle Moraine High School seniors.
Are you looking to connect before GA227?
If you’ve been chosen as a commissioner or advisory delegate for this summer’s upcoming 227th General Assembly in Milwaukee, or if you’re planning to serve in another capacity, did you know that there are multiple ways to stay up to date and get to know others online in the lead-up to the event? Join or follow the Facebook groups and pages below to get connected!
The 227th General Assembly of the PC(USA) Facebook Group facebook.com/ groups/395571473092683
This group is specifically for those serving at or otherwise connected to the upcoming General Assembly to share information and connect with one another.
Spirit of GA Facebook Page facebook.com/spiritofga
This page highlights news and opportunities relevant to the upcoming General Assembly.
PC(USA) Co-Moderators of the General Assembly Facebook Page facebook.com/GAModerators
The is the page specifically designated for the current active co-moderators of the General Assembly. The Revs. Tony Larson and CeCe Armstrong were elected to moderate the 226th General Assembly and will also moderate the upcoming 227th Assembly as we shift to a new election model.