District Synod

The Kingdom of God is like...

Saturday 11th May 2024 | York
District Gathering

Join us for an exciting day of inspiration, workshops, and conversation as we explore together the theme “The Kingdom of God is like…” Open to everyone – we are hoping to have 250 people from around the district gathering at York Manor Academy.

Click here to book your free place
(just so we have an idea of numbers) 

Some of the topics and themes we hope to explore:
Asking good questions | Caring for the environment | Being justice seeking | Missional ideas for our churches | The future of online church | Creativity, crafts and prayer | Homes for all | Food for all | and more

We can’t wait to see you in York on Saturday 11th May
9.30am – 3.00pm
Manor Academy, YO26 6PA

We hope to have an exhibition space, opportunity to learn and discuss, formal workshops, and creative spaces for craft and prayer. The day will start with worship and include a small amount of Synod business. Please bring your own lunch and reusable cup for hot drinks. 

Details of the day:

A full programme and further details on workshops and contributors are coming soon. We will update this page, and share details on social media, the district newsletter, and email Synod members.

Including a formal agenda, reports, and calling letter for Representative Synod

Past Synods

Representative Synod is an exciting church event that takes place in autumn and spring each year. In addition to discussing formal business, Synod is an opportunity for us to gather as a district to worship, learn and share stories. It’s a place for conferring, conversation, talks, and workshops. Everyone is welcome to attend, and it is open to any visitors – come along to hear inspiring speakers, be challenged with focused workshops, and connect with others from all around the district in sharing experiences, challenges, and discussions.

Details of Representative Synod are usually posted about a month in advance on this page, sent directly to Synod members, and also publicised on our Social Media Accounts and District Newsletter. See the sections below for details of reports and other information that is available in advance.

General information about Representative Synod (formal details – downloadable word doc)

"Many Parts, one body" - September 2023

"God's Future Stories" - May 2023

Workshops

  • Justice and Inclusion with Alister McClure
  • Intergenerational Church with Amy Shepherd
  • Discipleship: Methodist Way of Life with Rev Rory Dalgliesh
  • Digital Ministry with Elliot Crippen
  • New Places for New People with David Perry
  • Church at the Margins with Liane Kensett
  • Creative Prayer with Lydia Harrison
  • Net Zero with Adele Borrowman and Tim O’Brien

"Being Salt and Light: time for action" - September 2022

"Relight our Fire" May 2022

"Lament, Laughter, Looking Forward" Sept 2021