Presbyterian Board Has Held Initial In-Person Meeting
The Life and Witness Board met in Nevada to begin planning for the upcoming 228th General Assembly in Puerto Rico.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Religion — General
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The Presbyterian Life and Witness Board recently convened for its first in-person meeting at the Zephyr Point Presbyterian Conference Center in Nevada. The board is now preparing for the 228th General Assembly, which is set to take place in Puerto Rico in 2028.
Why it matters
This meeting marks a foundational step for the board as it begins a four-year term overseeing critical church operations. The planning process is essential to ensure the successful execution of the upcoming assembly in Puerto Rico.
The 228th General Assembly is scheduled for June 11-22, 2028, in Puerto Rico. Members of the Presbyterian Life and Witness Board serve a designated four-year term.
The players
Miguel Rosa Morales
He is a member of the Presbyterian Life and Witness Board and a doctoral student in aerospace engineering at the University of Glasgow.
Osvaldo Montalvo-Nazario
He serves as a member of the Presbyterian Life and Witness Board and is a pastor at Third Presbyterian Church in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico.
The details
Board members met at the Zephyr Point Presbyterian Conference Center to coordinate strategy with various agency heads within the PC(USA). The assembly location was officially confirmed following approval from the 227th General Assembly.
Timeline
The Presbyterian Life and Witness Board met in September 2026.
The 228th General Assembly is scheduled for June 11-22, 2028.
Culture Shift
This assembly planning follows the organizational precedent set by the 227th General Assembly. The transition to Puerto Rico for the 228th meeting reflects a broader trend of decentralized hosting within the church's governance structure.
The upcoming assembly in Puerto Rico will significantly impact local logistics and hospitality infrastructure in San Juan. Residents and visitors should anticipate increased activity in the area leading up to the June 2028 event dates.
The takeaway
The board's inaugural in-person session signals the start of a multi-year planning cycle for the denomination's national gathering. Members of the church community can expect further updates as logistics for the 2028 assembly in Puerto Rico are finalized.
Further reading
Learn more about organizational governance in the Religion — General section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by PC(USA).
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