Our English word synod comes from
two Greek words syn + hodos that literally means "a way together."
In and through synods, congregations
and other ministries "walk together." Synods are an expression of this church,
just as are congregations and the churchwide (ELCA) organization. They
coordinate the work of congregations within their territories. Synods plan for
the ELCA's mission (which is one dimension of God's larger mission) in their
area. The synods are grouped into nine regions which are points of connection
for synods and the churchwide organization.
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