Ad Crucem NewsLCMS 2023 Convention2023 Overtures
All 260 overtures filed for 2023.
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To Affirm and Continue Making Disciples for Life as Mission and Ministry Emphasis for 2023–26 Triennium
Submitted by: Board for National Mission; Board for International Mission
To Affirm and Continue Mission Priorities for 2023–26 Triennium
Submitted by: Board for National Mission; Board for International Mission
To Accept Himnario Luterano as the Synod’s Spanish Language Hymnal and Commend Its Use with Thanksgiving
Submitted by: Board for International Mission
To Condemn Use of Internet Forums for Dispute Resolution and Grievance Airing within the Synod
Submitted by: Board of Directors, Southeastern District
To Condemn Use of Internet Forums for Dispute Resolution and Grievance Airing
Submitted by: Board of Directors, California-Nevada-Hawaii District
To Affirm and Engage Koinonia Project to Resolve Conflict Due to Differences in Ministry and Practice
Submitted by: Board of Directors, Southeastern District