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A synod is a meeting of religious leaders who come together to discuss and make decisions about church matters. There are different types of synods, such as diocesan synods for one diocese, national synods for one country, and general synods for bishops from all over the world. It's like a big meeting where important decisions are made for the church.
Definition: A synod is a meeting of clergy members from a particular church or region to discuss and make decisions about church matters.
There are different types of synods:
For example, a diocesan synod may be held to discuss matters specific to a particular diocese, while a national synod may be held to discuss matters that affect the entire country's church.