Election of Moderator
RE Melton (Mel) Duncan Elected Moderator
Ruling Elder Melton (Mel) Duncan was elected Moderator of the 53rd General Assembly with 1,044 votes. Ruling Elder Frederick (Jay) Neikirk received 965 votes; 2,009 votes were cast.
The Moderator presides over the Assembly, rules on points of order, and ensures that debate proceeds according to the Book of Church Order and the Rules of Assembly Operation.
Duncan will serve for one year, represent the PCA at sister church gatherings, and preside at the 54th General Assembly in Milwaukee in 2027 until a successor is elected.