Holy Synod of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church

The Holy Synod of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church is its highest governing body, composed of its top bishops and clergy. It provides spiritual leadership, makes doctrinal decisions, and oversees church practices and discipline. The Synod ensures the church's teachings remain true to its traditions and guides its operations within Ethiopia and globally. It functions similarly to a council or council of elders, advising the Patriarch, who is the head of the church, and maintaining doctrinal unity among clergy and laypeople.