synodical

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There are usually two or three synodical sessions per year, which are officially opened by the monarch.

From The Guardian • Feb. 4, 2020

He brushed up his reading technique on the minutes of synodical conferences.

From Time Magazine Archive

The Fifth General Council, held at Constantinople under the Emperor Justinian, in 553, a.d. examined the tenets of Origen, and passed a synodical decree condemnatory of them.

From Practical Religion Being Plain Papers on the Daily Duties, Experience, Dangers, and Privileges of Professing Christians by Ryle, John Charles

Synodical activity under Henry I.The suspension of synodical action during the reign of Rufus had weakened the authority of the Church, and it was thought advisable that both orders should act together in legislation.

From The English Church in the Middle Ages by Hunt, William

The synodical system of the New Zealand Church is justly looked upon as one of the greatest achievements of Selwyn's life.

From A History of the English Church in New Zealand by Purchas, H. T. (Henry Thomas)