The Church of England is led by the Archbishops of Canterbury and York and diocesan bishops across the UK. They provide guidance and direction to all churches across the country and make decisions on the Church in society.
The General Synod is an assembly of bishops, clergy and laity and creates the laws of the Church. Although the Bishop of Peterborough, through the Diocesan Synod and Bishop’s Council provides guidance and direction across the Diocese, she is supported by a number of boards and committees that meet to make important decisions, provide advice to the Bishop and facilitate the work that needs to be done.
For further information or advice about how the work of the Diocese of Peterborough is governed, contact the Diocesan Secretary’s office.
Elections for new General Synod members in 2026
General Synod is the national assembly of the Church of England. It shapes and approves laws that affect the whole…
Diocesan Synod
Every diocese has its own Diocesan Synod consisting of bishops, archdeacons, elected laity and elected clergy. Diocesan Synod has a…
Bishop’s Council
The Bishop’s council is the Standing Committee of the Diocesan Synod.
Diocesan Secretary
The role of Diocesan Secretary, is to help lead strategic planning, shape policy and manage the Diocesan Office to ensure…
The Diocesan Board of Finance
Every diocese of the Church of England is required, by the Diocesan Boards of Finance Measure 1925, to have a…
Diocesan Board of Education
The Diocesan Board of Education is a statutory body with responsibility for church schools, RE and collective worship in this…
Policies
These policies outline the processes that need to be followed and the behavioural expectations
