Episode 5 of 5
First Diocesan Synod in the United States
- When
- 1791
- Where
- Pro-cathedral, Baltimore
In 1791, Carroll convened a synod in Baltimore, the first diocesan synod in American history, held at the pro-cathedral.
In 1791, Carroll convened a synod in Baltimore, the first diocesan synod in American history. The pro-cathedral was the site of the first synod of American priests and deacons in 1791. This assembly followed the diocese's erection and organized the new diocese's clergy.
Sources
- John Carroll (archbishop of Baltimore) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-28
- Archdiocese of Baltimore Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-25
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