The church was formally dedicated in 1909 when it hosted a regional synod.

The federation is divided into eight classical regions, with two annual regional synods and a general synod every three years.

The newly formed churches developed a Presbyterial system of church government with national and regional synods.

As a result of this he functioned as the bishop of the Western regional synod from 1972.

A number of classes are grouped together in a regional synod (Dutch particuliere synode).

The first regional "synod" was the Ministerium of Pennsylvania previously mentioned from 1748.

The general synod determines the Church's policy, and the regional synods see to it that these policies are reflected in their various activities.

Subsequent regional synods have certainly felt free to revisit the issues addressed in Jerusalem.

Beginning in the 2nd century, bishops often congregated in regional synods to resolve doctrinal and policy issues.

The recommendations are expected to draw comment from churches and regional synods.