The Twelfth General Episcopal Synod

In the Service of the Master

The term GES-12 is a generic term denoting a series of meetings and activities as set out in the roster on pages 11 & 12, dealing, amongst others, with debating the future of the Church and becoming aware of the challenges the Church may have to face in the new millennium. It will include a Summer School, which should attract those Liberal Catholics who are earnestly seeking to improve their inner capabilities in the service of the Master. GES-12 comprises:

	The Twelfth General Episcopal Synod (GES) attended by Bishops, who are members in good standing and on the Active List of the General Episcopal Synod of The Liberal Catholic Church. Their sessions last from Tuesday afternoon, July 11 (registration and opening) until Sunday mid-day, July 23, 2000.
	The International Clerical Synod (ICS), attended by Priests and Deacons, who are members in good standing and on the Active List of Clergy in the respective Provinces or Territories of The Liberal Catholic Church. Their sessions last from Tuesday afternoon, July 11 (registration and opening) until Friday afternoon, July 14, 2000. From time to time, there will be joint sessions of attendees of the GES and the ICS.
	The Liberal Catholic Church Congress (LCCC), attended by attendees of the GES and ICS and by Clergy in Minor Orders, Deaconesses and members of the Laity. Their sessions last from Friday afternoon, July 14 (registration and opening) until Sunday evening, July 16, 2000.
	The Liberal Catholic Summer School (LCSS), which is open to all attendees of the GES, ICS, and LCCC. Their sessions run concurrently with those of the GES. Certain sessions of the LCSS are attended also by the Bishops. The LCSS lasts from Monday morning, July 17, until Saturday evening, July 22, 2000. Saturday will be the festive closing of the LCSS with an evaluation of what has been achieved and to identify areas for further development.
	The Closing of GES-12, open to all attendees of the GES, ICS, LCCC and LCSS (morning only). Pontifical High Mass followed by Report-back on the proceedings of GES-12, a Vision as to the way forward in the new millennium and the Closing of GES-12.

Programme: GES-12
All Saints Pastoral Centre, London Colney, Hertfordshire, England

	GES / ICS			CONGRESS
	Tuesday July 11	Wednesday July 12	Thursday July 13	Friday July 14	Saturday July 15	Sunday July 16
07 00		Meditation, Prime or Holy Eucharist (said)
08 30		Breakfast
09 30		Holy Eucharist (sung)
10 30		Tea & Coffee
11 00		GES in session. ICS: How is the LCC different from other churches? What is the mission of the LCC?	GES in session. ICS: What is required of the LCC? What about training of clergy and laity?	GES in session. ICS: What is the basic and extended literature of the LCC? What is the role of the LCIS?	Addresses: Why was the LCC founded? 2 Speakers	All-day workshopsThe Inner Side of the Work of the LCC
13 00		Lunch
14 30		GES in session.ICS : Short addresses and discussions	GES in session.ICS : Short addresses and discussions	GES in session.ICS: Reaching conclusions	Addresses: Sacramental teaching. Community role of the LCC 3 Speakers	Continuation of Workshops
16 00	Registration: GES and ICS	Tea & Coffee		Registration: Congress	Tea & Coffee
16 30	GES Preliminary session	GES in session.ICS:Liturgy: Contrasting styles and practices	GES in session.ICS:Continuation of discussions	Joint GES and ICS Summary of discussions and the Way Forward	Discussion Groups The LCC in the new millennium	Continuation of Workshops
18 00	Meditative / Contemplative / Prayer Walk / Free Time
18 30	Supper				Supper
19 00				Supper
20 00	Opening of GES and ICS	Bishops & Clergy informal discussions				Summary of Congress : 1 or 2 speakers
20 30	Healing Service			Opening of Congress	Vespers
21 15	Solemn Benediction

	SUMMER SCHOOL
	Monday July 17	Tuesday July 18	Wednesday July 19	Thursday July 20	Friday July 21	Saturday July 22	Sunday July 23
07 00	Meditation, Prime or Holy Eucharist (said)
08 30	Breakfast
09 30	Holy Eucharist (sung)
10 30	Tea & Coffee
11 00	The Nature of Religious Experience	GES in session Visit To St. Albans	GES in session The Nature of Religious Experience	GES in session Listening Skills	GES in session The Nature of Religious Experience	Open Discussion The LCC in the New Millennium:The Way Forward	Closing of GES 12: Report by Presiding Bishop
12 30	Free		Free
13 00	Lunch		Lunch
14 30	Seeking to understand Our Lady	GES in session until 15 30 Bishops to join Summer School at St. Albans Cathedral	GES in session Contrasting views of Human Nature	GES in session The Nature of Religious Experience	GES in session Work for Our Lady	GES in session Work for Our Lady	Departure Farewells
16 00	Tea & Coffee		Tea & Coffee
16 30	GES in session. The Nature of Religious Experience		GES in session Sacred Music	GES in session SacredMusic	GES in session The LCC – Directions of Develop-ment	Report-backs Summer School sessionsInspirational talk
18 00	Prayer Walk / Free Time		Meditative / Contemplative / Prayer Walk / Free Time
18 30	Supper					Supper
19 00					Supper
20 00	Music / Activities / Informal Discussion
20 30						Vespers
21 15	Solemn Benediction