Synod - Presentation of Diocesan Submission

This synodal process has a number of stages, with a focus on dialogue and understanding. The first stage is to have conversations in local groups about the questions set by Rome, or indeed reflect on them as individuals. The second stage is for Bishop Richard to prayerfully engage with the responses submitted and to discern, with the help of the Holy Spirit, how he will compile this into a document to be sent to the Bishops Conference of England and Wales for the next step in the journey. It was decided that, in the spirit of dialogue, it is really important for participants to hear what is being forwarded onto the national level, and have the opportunity to provide feedback. To enable this to happen, the Diocese will be hosting a live webinar, where Bishop Richard will present the document. This will be recorded for those unable to attend at the time.