synod
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The Church's lead safeguarding bishop, Joanne Grenfell, said the synod will give "deep and detailed attention" to different safeguarding models.
From BBC • Feb. 10, 2025
Advocates for greater roles for women in the Church had hoped the synod might call for women to serve as deacons.
From BBC • Oct. 26, 2024
Then, on the eve of Francis’ big meeting of bishops last month, known as a synod, Burke presided over a counter-synod of sorts just steps away from St. Peter’s Square.
From Washington Times • Nov. 28, 2023
Cardinal Christophe Pierre, who as papal nuncio is Pope Francis’ diplomatic representative to the United States, acknowledged tensions over the recently concluded synod but took a positive tone.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 14, 2023
At the synod of Whitby in 664 Hilda sided with Colman and Cedd against Wilfrid.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 4 "Hero" to "Hindu Chronology" by Various
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