It has representation in the presbytery. Presbyteries oversee each of the congregations within its boundaries and support the ministers serving those congregations. There are 46 presbyteries. Synods are made up of several presbyteries. The role of synod has changed over the years.
Some synods operate camps.
Others offer educational and training events. Some continue to actively oversee the work of presbyteries and sessions within its bounds. There are eight synods. The General Assembly meets once a year on the first week in June and is the highest court of the church. An equal number of lay and ministerial commissioners attend.