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Norwich Diocesan Synod NORWICH DIOCESAN SYNOD Minutes of a meeting held via Zoom on Wednesday 3rd June 2020 Attendees: House of Bishops – 3 representatives House of Clergy – 50 representatives House of Laity – 44 representatives The Chair was taken by The Revd Dr Patrick Richmond (Chair of the House of Clergy). The following announcement was made by the Secretary to Diocesan Synod prior to the start of the meeting: “Thank you for joining this meeting by Zoom. It is unfortunately not possible for us to meet together physically at the moment, but there is nevertheless important business which needs to be transacted by the Diocesan Synod. The Church Representation Rules and the Standing Orders of the Synod do not make provision for meetings to be held by Zoom or similar systems, and there is of course a risk that one or two members of the Synod may feel unable to participate because they do not have access to the internet, or do not feel confident in using it. A telephone number has been circulated for those preferring to dial in by telephone. There may of course be others who are able to participate by Zoom who would not have been able to travel to a physical meeting. Advice has been taken from the Diocesan Registrar. I am satisfied that proceeding with the meeting of the Diocesan Synod by Zoom is the most pragmatic way of accomplishing the business which the Synod needs to address at this time, and that it is safe to do so from a legal point of view. We will provide an opportunity at the next physical meeting of the Synod for anyone unable to participate by Zoom to ask any questions which they wish to raise, and if necessary to revisit any resolutions at that time, but this ‘virtual’ meeting will enable us to address the urgent business of the Synod in the meantime. If anyone does have any reservations about our proceeding to deal with the Synod’s business today by means of this Zoom meeting and which you wish the Synod to note, please could you indicate that now, so that we can record your reservation for the minutes? Subject to that, I propose that we should now proceed with the business on the agenda.” No reservations were received. 1 OPENING ACT OF WORSHIP Led by the Bishop of Norwich. 1. THE MINUTES OF THE MEETING HELD ON 12TH OCTOBER 2019 The minutes were approved and will be signed as a true record once the COVID-19 restrictions are lifted. 2. ANY MATTERS ARISING There were no matters arising. 3. THE DIOCESE RESPONSE TO THE CURRENT COVID-19 CRISIS The Archdeacon of Norwich gave a short introduction based on a paper which had been previously circulated, a copy of which can be found in the minute book. Since that paper had been written there had been eight papers published by Church House in preparation of lockdown easing. We will keep signposting information as and when received to keep Synod as up to date as possible. She also wished to thank the Revd David Hagen-Palmer for the additional work he has undertaken on the Norfolk Resilience Team and thank those staff of Diocesan House working from home covering the work of those furloughed or self-isolating. Members then broke out into randomly allocated breakout groups to consider the following questions: • From the information in the paper – what strikes you the most? • What one question would you like to ask arising out of the paper circulated?’ The Revd Helen Rengert and the Revd Keith Rengert, Ingworth and Sparham jointly drew attention to how quickly we had acted to put plans in place at Diocesan and parish level but why did they go further than government guidance. The Bishop of Norwich explained that the House of Bishops had taken advice from an epidemiologist, former assistant medical advisor and a medical ethics advisor, and decided to ensure that our churches could not be used in the transmission of COVID-19. There had since been slight relaxation in the guidance and clergy were now able to enter their churches to film services. The Revd Canon Adrian Ling, Lynn wanted to know the difference between rules and recommendations. He hoped there was trust for interpretation at a local level. 2 The Archdeacon of Norfolk agreed that it had been rather frustrating initially but would bear in mind this request when sending out future guidance. We are currently awaiting government guidance on the next steps. The Revd Canon Steve Wright, Thetford and Rockland, enquired as to when the clergy would receive training on how to run an online church. The Bishop of Thetford agreed to talk to the Continuing Ministerial Development Officer to take this forward. The Revd Graham Wilkins, Humbleyard, asked who ultimately made the decisions and what would happen to those churches that went against them? The Archdeacon of Norfolk asked if we were looking for reasons to find a way around the regulations or looking to ensure we always stay safe? It is recommended that if in doubt a precautionary approach is taken; that we think it through and ensure it is the best in the circumstances and do not take undue risks. The Revd Martin Greenland, Blofield, wished to ask Bishop’s Staff what, with hindsight, had they wished they had done differently? The Archdeacon of Norfolk wished more technical training had been available in the early stages, but no one had anticipated that the situation would go on for so long. Pam Spychal, Great Yarmouth, had become aware that we do not need our church buildings as much as we thought we did. What has surprised the senior staff the most? The Bishop of Norwich felt there had been a rediscovery of the pastoral which had re- energised clergy and lay ministers, an upskilling of online provision and the reduction of travelling (and the time that saved). If we had tried to roll these changes out it would have taken years. The Revd Canon Madeline Light, Norwich East, wanted to ensure that those staff who continued to work from home were being given adequate support. The Diocesan Secretary reassured her that all staff working and furloughed were being contacted regularly by senior staff and line managers. There had also been group meetings and briefings by Zoom. The Revd Canon Simon Ward, Great Yarmouth, appreciated the financial pressure we were under but wondered if there was any reason to be cheerful. In the past we had always found something to hold onto. The Diocesan Secretary had been encouraged by the number of parishes who had sent in their parish share earlier to help assist cashflow. There had also been a number of staff and clergy who had gifted back part of their salary/stipend for which he was extremely grateful. 3 The Chair requested that any further questions/observations be emailed to the Archdeacon of Norwich or the Diocesan Secretary. The Archdeacon of Lynn then gave a presentation setting out some questions for the future. A copy of the presentation can be viewed on the website or provided upon request to Karen Hall. Members then broke out again into their allocated groups to consider the following questions which will be considered with the future diocesan strategy: • What have we discovered that we want to retain & develop? • What have we discovered and been doing that can be laid down? • What has been lost and needs to be regained? • What has been lost and should remain lost? Retain and develop: The Revd Andrew Whitehead, Ingworth and Sparham, felt technology had reduced the need to travel, saving time and helping the environment. The Revd Tim Yau, Bishop’s Appointee, Zoom enabled everyone’s face to be seen not the backs of heads encouraging better communication. The Revd Andrew Parsons, Norwich North, wished to retain the simplicity of the service that filming encourages. The Revd Canon Catherine Dobson, St Benet at Waxham & Tunstead, pastoral care and relationship building and how everyone has been involved. Discovered and laid down: Caroline Herbert, General Synod, the ability to go forward in new ways. Patterns of rest for clergy which need to be retained. Lost and need to be regained: The Revd Charles Read, General Synod, pointed out we had been deprived of the sacramental life of the church, music and missional opportunities. Lost and remain lost: The Revd Alaric Lewis, Norwich East, the need to rush around a multi parish benefice taking services. This had enabled more quality time to be spent with parishes. The Revd Jeremy Sykes, Holt, annual parish church meetings and visitations. It’s been a joy not to be burdened by them. Members were invited to send further comments/suggestions by email to the Archdeacon of Lynn’s PA at [email protected] . 4 Following a short break, the Chair was briefly taken by the Chair of the House of Laity, Kandi Kammoun, until technical problems prevented her from continuing. The Chair of the House of Clergy continued on her behalf. 4. ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS There followed a short film presented by Simon Court a member of the environmental working group setting the scene, covering the five Marks of Mission; the fifth being ‘To strive to safeguard the integrity of creation and sustain and renew the life of the earth, and the need for the Diocese to consider issues of environmental impact in all its planning, activities and decision making. The Bishop of Lynn explained that the item due to be presented in March, to adopt and implement the new Diocesan Environmental Policy, was too important and required more time than today’s Zoom meeting would allow.
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