Elections – Diocesan Synod
When nominations closed, there were still vacancies, so there was no need for an election to be held.
When nominations closed, there were still vacancies, so there was no need for an election to be held.
Agenda to be circulated soon (will include elections to Standing Committee). Venue to be arranged, but it is hoped this meeting can be on site somewhere rather than only online. If so, refreshments will be served from 7:30pm. The meeting will start with worship at 7:45pm.
We are pleased to welcome the new Diocesan Secretary, Mr David White, and to receive a report from General Synod from Revd Rachel Wakefield. We will also be considering a proposal about how the wide variety of Synod business should be managed (e.g. work relating to new housing developments, Parish Share arrangements, Fresh Expressions, ecumenical… Read More »Deanery Synod Meeting
Speaker: Lorraine Newman, Waterways Chaplain We gather for refreshments at 7:30pm and the meeting will start at 7:45pm
With presentations from the Beds and Herts Historic Churches Trust and the Diocesan Pastoral Advisory Secretary. Refreshments from 7:30pm, agenda from 7:45pm
With a presentation on Racial Justice from Revd Canon Jonathan Gordon of the Diocese's Racial Justice Group. There will also be worship to start the new triennium.
With a presentation on Growing Younger and More Diverse from Revd Dan Drew. N.B. Local car parks charge up to 8pm, so if you arrive before 7:30pm you will have to pay and display. If you arrive after 7:30pm, you can get a free 30min ticket (to display).
We are delighted to welcome Revd Tim Hall to the ministry at High Cross and Thundridge. Do join us in prayer at this important moment in the life of this benefice. NB. Because of space restrictions and the importance of ensuring local residents can attend, this event will be limited to invitation only.