Diocesan Assembly
Definition
The material calls it ‘the basic idea of Orthodox ecclesiology’, which the 1988 Charter attempted ‘to express, in contemporary categories’ by restoring conciliar bodies — periodic Local and Bishops’ Councils, an expanded Holy Synod, and the Diocesan Assembly.
Episodes
Related Concepts
- Synodality Sobornost
Biblical References
- 1 Peter 5:2 — *Give a shepherd’s care to God’s flock among you, exercising oversight not merely as a duty but willingly under God’s direction, not for shameful profit but eagerly. *
- Matthew 28:19-20 (implicit) — Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the