# Waldensian and Methodist Synod assembly > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/waldensian-and-methodist-synod-assembly > Updated: 2026-08-22T17:07:46.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. The Waldensian and Methodist Synod convened in Torre Pellice, Italy, in August 2026. The assembly brought together approximately 180 delegates representing 25,000 members across 150 communities. Prior to the official assembly, the Giornata Miegge was held to address the ethical, cultural, and social implications of artificial intelligence. The Synod itself opened with an inaugural service featuring a sermon by Pastor Eugenio Bernardini, who addressed themes of poverty and warned against using religious visions to justify “war, violence, and the pursuit of power.” Key objectives for the meeting include the election of a new moderator for the Waldensian Table to succeed Alessandra Trotta, the installation of the Synod Commission, and discussions regarding youth, children, and the 50th anniversary of the Italian Evangelical Women's Federation. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-27: Waldensian-Methodist Synod concludes with new leadership and LGBTQIA+ support The Waldensian-Methodist Synod in Torre Pellice appointed William Jourdan as Moderator and issued acts supporting LGBTQIA+ rights and EuroPride 2027 in Turin. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/waldensian-methodist-synod-concludes-with-new-leadership-and-lgbtqia-support ### 2026-08-22: Waldensian-Methodist Synod opens in Torre Pellice The Waldensian-Methodist Synod has opened in Torre Pellice, Italy, gathering 180 delegates to discuss religious leadership, social justice, and the future of their integrated communities. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/waldensian-methodist-synod-opens-in-torre-pellice ### 2026-08-18: Waldensian and Methodist Synod to meet in Torre Pellice The Waldensian and Methodist Synod will meet in Torre Pellice from August 22–26, 2026, to elect a new moderator and discuss future church agendas and the ethics of artificial intelligence. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/waldensian-and-methodist-synod-to-meet-in-torre-pellice --- Cite as: Waldensian and Methodist Synod assembly. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/waldensian-and-methodist-synod-assembly