Ad Crucem NewsLCMS 2026 Convention2026 Overtures
All 374 overtures filed for 2026.
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Ov. 8-16Cmte 8
To Encourage Synod Transparency and Unity regarding Concluded Hot Chalk Litigation
Submitted by: Circuit 27 (Livonia); Michigan District
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Ov. 8-17Cmte 8
To Encourage Transparency and Accountability in Legal Judgments and Settlements
Submitted by: Circuit 27 (Livonia); Michigan District
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Ov. 8-18Cmte 8
To Direct Board of Directors to Review and Publish Comprehensive Accounting of LCMS Monies Spent on Hot Chalk, Concordia University Texas, and Hong Kong International School Association Limited Litigation
Submitted by: Christ Greenfield, Gilbert, AZ; Circuit 16 (Faribault),; Minnesota South District; Circuit 28, Pacific Southwest District
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