General Synod is the national assembly of the Church of England. It shapes and approves laws that affect the whole of the Church of England. It agrees new forms of worship, debates matters of national and international importance, and approves the annual budget for the work of the Church at national level.
In Autumn 2026, elections took place for new General Synod members. Those elected will serve for five years. Members are a mixture of bishops, clergy and lay people.
For more information about General Synod and how it works, you can visit the Church of England’s website.
Elected Members of General Synod
House of Clergy
Revd Dr Timothy Matthews
Revd Rachel Noël
Revd Dr Jonathan Rowe
Revd Sarah Yetman
House of Laity
Mr Stephen Bushell
Dr Simon Clift
Canon Alison Coulter
Dr Julie Maxwell
We are still confirming email addresses for some candidates.