The General Synod of the Anglican Church of Australia is similar to national parliament of Australia except for its quite limited authorities and resources. It is a very loose federation of the 23 dioceses, meets every 3 years and started yesterday in Melbourne. Tasmania has seven representatives and we are all here happy and smiling.
Introduction to the General Synod is here.
Presidential Address by Primate is here. The Media Release summarizing his appeal for unity is here.
The Melbourne Anglican is providing good coverage here.
Bishop Rob Forsyth’s pre-synod reflection, Minefields at this General Synod?, is here.
One of the best parts of General Synod is meeting with friends. It was just so great to give my still young Youth Minister from Glen Waverley a BIG hug 🙂 Thanks Dale who s a Bendigo Diocese clergy representative and Rural Dean in that Diocese.
Dear Bp John,
Delightful to see you yesterday in the procession in the Cathedral – look forward to saying hello in person later in the proceedings!
Thanks for the shout out for Melb Anglican Media, too 🙂
Best wishes,
Jane
Hope you enjoyed the food last night John!
Yes, Jane, shouting for a good cause is fun.
PeteG, Luv that food 🙂