Synodical Government in the Diocese

 

The Church of England is governed through a structure of Synods (or assemblies) that operate at all levels of the Church.  Each Synod is made up of clergy and laity and has a significant number of elected representatives.

For support and advice about any area of Synodical government, including queries regarding the Church Representation Rules for PCCs, Deanery Synods and Diocesan Synods, please contact Jayne Tarry, part of the Corporate Services Team.

 

The Church Representation Rules are now available online.

 

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New proposals to allow women bishops

New legislative proposals to enable women to become bishops have been published
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Interfaith Council responds to Woolwich attack

The Southampton Council of Faiths has issued the following statement:
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Memorial plate to WW2 airmen commemorated

Minstead holds special service to commemorate 716 Company Alms Dish
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Winchester Churches pledge unity

New era outlined by the newly elected Chair of Churches Together in Winchester
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Resources for Queen's 60th anniversary released

Prayers and liturgical material for 60th anniversary of Coronation of The Queen
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Dame Heather Steel commences Jersey Inquiry

Jersey Church safeguarding inquiry update
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'Best Visitation Ever'

Churchwardens admitted by Bishop at celebratory service
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Growth in the Diocese of Winchester

Slight growth in Diocese as national statistics published.
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Increase VAT on energy saving measures

5% set to rise to 20% - ACT NOW
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Two churches achieve gold environmental award

The Churches of Nursling and Rownhams have achieved their Diocesan Environmental Gold Award
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