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Synod

usgb/ˈsɪnəd/Volume
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Church Decision MakingPlay
Synods are important events where decisions about church doctrine and practice are made. SlideThe synod voted on adopting a new liturgy for services.
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Not a Regular MeetingPlay
Synods are not regular occurrences; they are planned for specific purposes and can be quite rare. SlideAfter a decade, the church held a synod to address modern challenges.
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In synods, bishops and church leaders above the level of a local priest are typically the main participants. SlideOnly bishops were allowed to vote in the synod on doctrinal changes.
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