Ad Crucem NewsLCMS 2023 Convention2023 Overtures
All 260 overtures filed for 2023.
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New here? An overture is a formal proposal submitted to the convention by a congregation, circuit forum, district, or rostered body. The convention doesn’t vote on overtures directly — floor committees first shape them into resolutions. See the full Process explainer →
To Address Mental Health among Called Church Workers
Submitted by: Professional Workers’ Conference (Western Region) English District
To Direct LCMS Life Ministry to Support Congregations in Developing Mercy Ministries to Promote Culture of Life
Submitted by: English District
To Reconsider Allowing “Brain Death” Criteria for Determination of Death at End of Life
Submitted by: English District
To Establish Specific Ministry Pastor Program Oversight Board and to Revise Bylaws Governing Program
Submitted by: English District
To Restore Both Biblical Languages to the Education of Future Pastors on All Pathways to the Office of the Holy Ministry
Submitted by: English District
To Increase Continuing Education Unit Opportunities throughout the Synod
Submitted by: English District
To Restrict Synod Convention on Sundays
Submitted by: English District
To Have Next Available Convention of the Synod in Detroit
Submitted by: English District
To Prevent Harmful Philosophies, Ideologies, and Contemporary Movements Contrary to the Christian Faith from Damaging Our Congregations, Schools, Colleges, and Seminaries
Submitted by: English District
To Affirm Need for Open Churches during Times of Plague, Pestilence, and Pandemic
Submitted by: English District