This is the democratically elected decision-making body of the diocese which sets policy and guides activity in the diocese with the Bishop, it is a 'sort of' a parliament for the diocese. Diocesan Synod:
Its membership is comprised both clergy and laity, representing each deanery in the diocese. Synod members are elected for a period of three years, beginning on 1 August in the year of their election. Diocesan Synod: Next Diocesan Synod dates:Saturday 25 June 2022 | St Edmundsbury Cathedral Saturday 1 October 2022 | location to be confirmed General downloadsStanding Orders for House of Clergy | PDF Standing Orders for House of Laity | PDF Final membership list 2021 - 2024 | PDF |