9-17

To Initiate Proposal to Realign Districts

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Overture: 9-17

Workbook page: Contents page xi; overture page 475

Source pages: Contents page xi; overture page 475

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9-17 
To Initiate Proposal to Realign Districts 
WHEREAS, The Synod and its component parts, which include its 
districts, “serves as the structure through which congregations carry 
out certain functions that can be performed more effectively and 
efficiently together with other member congregations” (Bylaw 
1.3.3); and 
2026 Convention Workbook
475STRUCTURE AND ADMINISTRATION

To Initiate Proposal to Realign Districts

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