To Amend Const. Art. VIII A 1 to Change to Four-Year Convention Cycle

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To Amend Const. Art. VIII A 1 to Change  
to Four-Year Convention Cycle 
WHEREAS, It has been studied and discussed for several years to 
move from a three‑year district and Synod convention cycle to a 
four‑year cycle; and 
WHEREAS, Such a change would save millions of dollars in 
district and Synod convention expenses; and 
WHEREAS, Moving to a four‑year convention cycle would 
demonstrate a sensitivity to the financial challenges facing many 
congregations and a commitment to practice wise stewardship; and 
WHEREAS, In response to the COVID‑19 pandemic some 
districts and the Synod moved to a four‑year convention cycle 
without great difficulty; therefore be it 
Resolved, That the  Synod in convention adopt a four‑year 
convention cycle, effective upon completion of the 2026 Synod 
convention; and be it further  
Resolved, That Article VIII of the Constitution be amended as 
follows: 
PRESENT/PROPOSED WORDING 
A. Time and Legality of Meetings 
1. The Synod convenes every three four years for its regular 
meeting. 
… 
and be it finally 
Resolved, That the Synod in convention direct each district to 
adopt a four‑year convention cycle, coordinated with the Synod’s 
four‑year convention cycle. 
Southeastern District 
Ov.