The 2008 General Synod of the Church of Ireland will take place from 13-15 May 2008 in the Radison SAS Hotel in Galway. This will be the first time that the General Synod has taken place west of the Shannon.

The General Synod, which takes place annually, is the legislative and administrative body of the Church of Ireland and will, over the course of the three days, discuss and debate issues facing the Church and society, both nationally and internationally. There will also be a Synod Service in St Nicholas Collegiate Church in Galway on the evening of Tuesday, 13 May.  A civic reception for members of the Synod will take place on the following evening. The Synod debates and the services will also be attended by representatives of other Christian churches and civic leaders.

About 600 members from all over Ireland are expected to attend.

 

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