Diocesan Synod is the largest and most representative governing body in a diocese and operates at the highest level of overview.
Effectively, it is the governing body of the Diocese of Derby.
It contributes to setting direction by acting as a sounding board and forum for debate and giving higher level approval.
The Diocesan Synod brings together elected clergy and lay representatives from our parishes within the diocese's eight deaneries.
The current Diocesan Synod was formed from 1 August 2024, and ends on 31 July 2027.
2026 Diocesan Synod Dates
Saturday 14 March
Saturday 13 June
Saturday 17 October
Downloads
>> Diocesan Synod Members Guide 2024 [PDF]
>> Diocesan Synod Members for the Triennium 2024-2027 (last updated 7 August 2025) [PDF]
Appendices
>> Appendix 1) Derby Diocesan Synod Standing Orders
>> Appendix 2) DDBF Memorandum and Articles of Association
Diocesan Synod overview reports
>> June 2025
>> March 2025
