The Diocesan Synod is the governing body of the Diocese of Chester. It is made up of an elected, nominated and ex officio body of both lay people and clergy. Diocesan Synod usually meets twice per year in March and November and sometimes in June as well. Members hold office for three years, at which time they may or may not choose to stand for re-election. Members will decide on strategies and policy of the Diocese of Chester and also debate wider issues in relation to the national church.
Diocesan Synod has three houses.
House of Bishops
The Bishop of Chester, The Bishop of Birkenhead, The Bishop of Stockport.
House of Clergy
Comprises of elected clergy
House of Laity
Comprises of elected Lay (non-clergy)
Diocesan Synod dates for 2024
Saturday 9 March 2024
Saturday 8 June 2024 (Cancelled)
Saturday 16 November 2024
For Diocesan Synod enquiries please contact:
Joint Interim Diocesan Secretaries: Chris Penn and Revd Jenny Bridgman
E: ds@chester.anglican.org
Standing Orders and Governing Documents
The Standing Orders of Chester Diocesan Board of Finance
Memorandum and Articles of Association for Chester Diocesan Board of Finance