Who's In the Room: Key People and Roles

Resource Persons are experts in a particular area that are able to speak to committees and plenary sessions. These individuals may be called upon by committee moderators or the Co/Moderators of the assembly to provide clarity and insight on items of business.

Overture Advocates represent presbyteries who have written or concurred with an overture. These persons address committees to provide context on their overture, as well as additional information that may assist the committee in their consideration.

Student Assistants are individuals enrolled as a student in an institution of higher learning or those participating in the Young Adult Volunteer Program (YAV) through the Presbyterian Mission Agency. Student Assistants serve as support throughout the assembly, while also gaining insight into the assembly that will shape their future ministry and service to the church.

General Assembly Staff take on many roles throughout the assembly. They assist with moving business through the assembly process, equipping and maintaining technology, producing online plenary sessions, managing travel arrangements, and more. They are present throughout the assembly to support commissioners and advisory delegates in their work.