About

  • About Overview

    The Synod supports the mission and ministry of our local churches, working together to do more than we could on our own.

    • Our Team

      Meet the dedicated Synod officers and staff who support the mission and ministry of our local churches.

    • Our Churches

      A directory of the local United Reformed Churches that make up the Thames North Synod.

    • Our Structure & Governance

      Learn about the URC's conciliar structure and the role of our Synod committees.

    • Synod Meetings

      Thames North Synod gathers for full Synod meetings 2-3 times a year.

    • Groups & Networks

      Discover the work of our Discipleship Steering Group and the Church & Society Network.

      • Discipleship Steering Group

        Our Synod has a commitment to whole-life discipleship, led by our Discipleship Steering Group (DSG)

      • Church & Society Network

        The Church & Society Network explores a wide range of social issues and their intersection with our faith.

    • Thames North Trust

      Information about the URC Thames North Trust, which holds our church properties.

    • Job Vacancies

      Current job vacancies within the Thames North Synod and our partner organisations.

    • Other URC Synods

      The United Reformed Church is made up of approximately 1,500 local churches across England, Scotland, and Wales.

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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.

These churches are grouped into 13 Synods – 11 regional Synods in England, a Synod of Scotland, and a Synod of Wales. Thames North Synod is comprised of 108 churches in London (north of the Thames) and parts of Berkshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, and Essex.

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