CLERGY FAQ’s FOR SYNOD 2025


Do I need to register?

Yes. Registration is required for all clergy delegates.


What is the schedule for Clergy?

Clergy are required to attend Synod from Thursday-Saturday. (See schedule here.)


Where is Synod?

Synod will be held at Church of the Resurrection at11525 Greenspring Ave, Timonium, MD 21093


Thursday night and Saturday business meetings: Business Casual
Friday Night Eucharist with Ordinations: Vestments (Red stoles)

What should I wear?


Contact Bishop Chris via email if you need to request to be absent from Synod.

What If I cannot Make it to Synod?


What time will everything end on Saturday?

Synod will end at 12:15 pm on Saturday. Please note the new ending time, much earlier than past Synods. We want clergy to have more time to return home and prepare for Sunday services. Schedule here.


Why do I pay for registration this year?

The registration fee is $75 per person and helps to offset costs for a reception and dinner on Thursday night, a light breakfast on Friday morning, and lunch and dinner on Friday. In addition, there will be a reception after the Friday Eucharist as well as plentiful coffee and break items provided throughout the three days. 

We've never paid before - why now? DOMA is growing and improving what we do. We're also responding to the expressed concerns from recent synod delegates desiring improved quality. 

We are spreading the costs out - the diocese is carrying the bulk of the expenses, Church of the Resurrection has contributed monetarily to the event, a generous donor has also given, and the synod delegates (generally paid by the church they serve) are helping with the costs through a registration fee. 

In the event that the increased costs of Synod prove to be a hardship, you may request a scholarship toward the registration fee.

There is no registration or fee required if a retired or licensed clergy person wishes to attend the Friday Eucharist only.


What meals are provided?

Your registration fee includes:

  • Thursday: Dinner

  • Friday: Breakfast (light fare), lunch, dinner

  • Saturday: Coffee service only