Provincial Synod

I was privileged to be able to attend our Provincial Synod in Richmond this last week.  I have attended Diocesan Synods, but this was my first Provincial. 

It was nice putting faces to some of the names I know, speaking with some very interesting and learned folk.

However, I must admit that I find the politics distasteful.  I understands the need to deal in administrative matters - that is the purpose of a Synod - but the infighting, the lack of charity... well, words fail me. 

It just seems best that I am called to assist at the altar, and to pray for those who must deal with these other matters.