Synod

usgb/ˈsɪnəd/
noun

A large meeting of church leaders to discuss about religion.

The synod gathered to debate the church's position on various issues.
Visual representation of "synod" - A large meeting of church leaders to discuss about religion.

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  • ecumenical synod
  • synod of bishops

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Church Decision Making

Synods are important events where decisions about church doctrine and practice are made.

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The synod voted on adopting a new liturgy for services.
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Not a Regular Meeting

Synods are not regular occurrences; they are planned for specific purposes and can be quite rare.

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After a decade, the church held a synod to address modern challenges.
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Hierarchy Importance

In synods, bishops and church leaders above the level of a local priest are typically the main participants.

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Only bishops were allowed to vote in the synod on doctrinal changes.
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