Ad Crucem NewsLCMS 2023 Convention2023 Overtures
All 260 overtures filed for 2023.
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To Mark Fiftieth Anniversary of Roe v. Wade with More Fervent Teaching, Proclamation, and Efforts to Promote God’s Gift of Life
Submitted by: Mid-South District
To Increase Awareness among Synod Congregations of Human Trafficking
Submitted by: Mid-South District
To Hold Day of Fasting, Prayer, and Repentance for Response to 2020–22 COVID-19 Pandemic
Submitted by: Circuit 10 (Middle Tennessee), Mid-South District; Circuit 9 (Nashville), Mid-South District
To Mark Fiftieth Anniversary of 1974 Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, “Walkout” with Thorough Teaching about the Controversy and Renewed Emphasis on Pure Doctrine
Submitted by: Mid-South District
To Address Use of Technology in Life of the Church and Ministry of Congregations
Submitted by: Mid-South District
To Condemn Transgender Ideology in All Forms and Protect Children
Submitted by: Circuit 10 (Middle Tennessee), Mid-South District; Circuit 9 (Nashville), Mid-South District
To Regularize Specific Ministry Pastoral Classification
Submitted by: Board of Directors, Mid-South District
To Encourage Further Consideration of Successful Completion of Specific Ministry Pastor Coursework before Ordination and Placement on Ordained Roster
Submitted by: Mid-South District
To Return to Nomination and Election Process in Which Synod Convention Delegates Elect President
Submitted by: Circuit 10 (Middle Tennessee), Mid-South District; Circuit 9 (Nashville), Mid-South District
To Reject Racism and Advance the Gospel
Submitted by: Mid-South District