The 2009 Synod of the Anglican Diocese of Sydney has accepted an apology from the board which administers more than one hundred million dollars in church funds.

The hot topic of the day at synod was the Diocesan losses over the past 12 months or so. In the end, it was a night of grieving that synod had to have.

Many Sydney Anglicans have been enthusiastic about initiating relationships in their communities this year but the work is far from over, Synod was told last night.

Archbishop Jensen has delivered an emotional Presidential Address as the Synod prepares to make decisions on the reorganisation of the Diocese because of GFC losses.

November 25th is White Ribbon Day...

2009 has been the worst and best of years for the Diocese - terrible stress over financial losses but joy at churches connecting with their communities.

How friendly and accessible are our churches to children who have a disability? I think it's something we really need to keep an eye on.

This Synod is shaping up to be a time of dealing with the aftermath of the Diocese Financial Crisis. My fear is these issues will once again take us away from the 'main game'.