Posted on: 7th November 2024

Diocesan Synod members listened and learned well together as they considered a busy agenda at the most recent meeting of the body, the first in this triennium.

Diocesan Synod met on Saturday, October 19, at Holy Trinity Boar Lane, looking at topics including work towards becoming net zero, being a diocese that supports Fairtrade, our diocesan budget for 2025, engagement with Barnabas: Encouraging Confidence and more.

Synod opened with a Eucharist, allowing members to worship and pray together before getting to the business of the day.

Synod members were welcomed by the Rt Revd Nick Baines, Bishop of Leeds, and Jonathan Wood, Diocesan Secretary.

Bishop Nick especially welcomed new members to Synod, and several Mission Apprentices and Interns, who were kindly helping out to support the smooth running of the day.

Bishop Nick then gave his Presidential Address, welcoming newcomers and all to Synod, while also giving an invitation to listen, learn and debate.

He urged everyone to be faithful in their approach to the real life matters that would be discussed, and to heed the words of others, while always being ready to ask questions and voice opinions.

Read more, including Bishop Nick Baines' full address.