STRUCTURES & PERSONNEL
Synod Executive Committee – Convenor: Revd Kim Plumpton
Oversees the whole work of the Synod, plans strategically, and approves sales, leases and major works to properties
Mission and Discipleship Committee – Convenor: Revd Sally Bateman
Promotes the nurturing of faith of all ages, and new patterns of mission activity for growth and service. Facilitates learning activities.
Pastoral Committee – Convenor: Revd Kate Hackett
Oversees pastorates, deployment, ministerial vacancies, ministers and lay preachers
Children’s & Youth Work Committee – Convenor: Revd Julian Sanders
Supports work with children and young people in local churches and organises wider events
The United Reformed Church (Northern Province) Trust Limited – Convenor: Revd Alan McGougan
Manages the finances, properties and staff of the Synod and oversees local churches in these areas
Subgroups oversee investments, good stewardship of properties and manses, grants, property sales and ministry & mission payments
Listed Buildings Advisory Committee – Convenor: Revd Andrew Lonsdale
Oversees care of churches that are listed buildings or in conservation areas and makes recommendations to Synod Executive Committee
North East District Council – President: Revd Dr Trevor Jamison
Consults with churches on redundant properties and makes recommendations to Synod Executive Committee (except where South East Northumberland Ecumenical Area exercises these powers)