Ad Crucem NewsLCMS 2026 Convention2026 Overtures
All 374 overtures filed for 2026.
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Ov. 3-01Cmte 3
To Promote Awareness of Christian Adoption and Fostering Needs
Submitted by: Indiana District
p. 299Open →
Ov. 5-23Cmte 5
To Rescind 1981 Resolution 8-05 and Request Commission on Theology and Church Relations Report on Human Organ Donation and Transplantation
Submitted by: Circuit 9 (Decatur); Indiana District
p. 350Open →
Ov. 6-21Cmte 6
To Strengthen Pastoral Formation in the Synod
Submitted by: Circuit 7 (Fort Wayne South); Indiana District
p. 376Open →