Bishop of Chelmsford's presidential address to synod

Bishop of Chelmsford's presidential address to synod

Diocesan Synod meetings come around quite frequently, or so it sometimes seems to me. But it always surprises me how much appears to happen in the intervening weeks between one meeting and the next. This time is no exception. Since we last met in November 2024, a mere three months ago, a great deal seems to have happened, sands have shifted once more, in the world and in the Church. Before I spend a little time reflecting on recent events, let m…