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Despite widespread media attention, most Presbyterian laity are not aware of the 216th General Assembly’s decision to “begin a process of phased, selective divestment” of companies profiting from the Israeli occupation of the West Bank and Gaza. The findings by the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Research Services office, based on a November 2004 survey of 3,000 ministers, elders, members and specialized clergy known as the Presbyterian Panel were released on the eve of a national conference here entitled “Steps Towards Peace in Israel and Palestine.”

Though their members may not know about the Assembly’s action (61 percent of members and 51 percent of elders), Presbyterian ministers are well aware of the controversial action. Sixty-five percent of pastors serving congregations and 50 percent of specialized clergy said they’re “very aware” of the decision. Another 30 percent of pastors and 36 percent of specialized clergy said they are “somewhat aware.”

This is from a few days ago, PCUSA website. The three day conference was to "instruct" attendees on the divestment proposal. Three days is quite a while to try to explain your case, especially when you don't present all sides of the issue...