2026 is the third year of the 56th Synod of the Anglican Diocese of Christchurch. Synod 2026 will be the fourth session of the 56th Synod, as two sessions were held in 2024. Synod members will be elected or re-elected at parish AGMs in 2027, for the following three-year term.
(Page updated 4 September 2026)
This page has all the information Synod Members need for the upcoming 2026 Synod which runs 3-5 September.
Information will be added as it becomes available in the leadup to Synod
- 3 Sept—Synod Eucharist at the Transitional Cathedral (at 7pm—please arrive early to get seated).
- 4-5 Sept—Synod at St Christophers, Avonhead. Sign in commences at 8.30am with sessions commencing at 9.00am.
Pre-Synod Meeting presentation
The pre-Synod Meeting Powerpoint Slides can be downloaded here.
Synod Papers and Information
- Christchurch Diocesan Synod 2026—Bills and Motions (Published version 6)
- Christchurch Diocesan Synod 2026—Reports
- Christchurch Diocesan Synod 2026—Order Paper (Published version 7)
- Key Buildings Insurance
- FAQ re Cathedral 2026 Motion
Election related papers
Synod Representatives
- A downloadable PDF version detailing Members of Synod 2024-2026 as at 12-8-2025 .
- Synod Representatives—What you always wanted to know about Synod but were afraid to ask!