About
The Synod supports the mission and ministry of our local churches, working together to do more than we could on our own.
The Purpose of the Synod
The purpose of the Synod is for our local churches to work together to support each other’s mission and ministry. The main meetings of the Synod take place 2-3 times each year when Ministers and other local church representatives meet for worship and to plan our work together.
In addition to this, various committees meet regularly to co-ordinate our work. The Synod has a dedicated team of officers and staff, some based in our London office and others working directly with local churches. By working together, we can finance mission initiatives, develop new leaders, share good practice, provide expertise, and share the resources of ministers and church leaders across the region.
A key example of this collaborative work is our annual Ministers’ Spring School, organised for many years jointly with Eastern Synod to provide refreshment, learning, and fellowship for our ministers.
Where to Find Information
This section explains who we are, how we are structured, and the work we do. Please use the links below to find what you need.
Our Team
Meet the Synod staff and officers who support our churches.
Our Churches
Find a local URC church within the Thames North Synod.
Our Structure & Governance
Learn about the URC's conciliar structure and the role of our Synod committees.
Synod Meetings
Find information about our formal Synod meetings and download the latest papers.
Groups & Networks
Discover the work of our Discipleship Steering Group and the Church & Society Network.
Thames North Trust
Information about the Trust which holds our church properties.
Job Vacancies
View current vacancies within the Thames North Synod.
Other URC Synods
A directory of the other 12 Synods in the United Reformed Church.
In this section
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Our Team
Meet the dedicated Synod officers and staff who support the mission and ministry of our local churches.
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Our Churches
A directory of the local United Reformed Churches that make up the Thames North Synod.
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Our Structure & Governance
Learn about the URC's conciliar structure and the role of our Synod committees.
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Synod Meetings
Thames North Synod gathers for full Synod meetings 2-3 times a year.
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Groups & Networks
Discover the work of our Discipleship Steering Group and the Church & Society Network.
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Thames North Trust
Information about the URC Thames North Trust, which holds our church properties.
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Job Vacancies
Current job vacancies within the Thames North Synod and our partner organisations.
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Other URC Synods
The United Reformed Church is made up of approximately 1,500 local churches across England, Scotland, and Wales.