Diocesan Protocols
The Diocesan Protocols are set out in 7 chapters as listed below, including a brief synopsis of their contents. To access the chapters please click on the Chapter headings below or use the links in the left-hand menu.
Chapter guide:
Chapter 1: Christian Life and Worship Living for God and offering worship to God
Chapter 2: The Ministry of the Laity Chaplaincy Councils and Constitutions, Lay officers, Readers and others who assist in worship and outreach
Chapter 3: The Ministry of a Chaplain Selecting, appointing and supporting our chaplains
Chapter 4: The Well-being of a Chaplaincy Laity and clergy caring for each other and for creation
Chapter 5: Buildings and Property Being good stewards of all our church property
Chapter 6: Diocesan Governance How we organise and support the Diocese
Chapter 7: Within God’s Global Church Our Anglican and ecumenical relationships