Ad Crucem NewsLCMS 2026 Convention2026 Overtures
All 374 overtures filed for 2026.
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To Encourage Synod Transparency and Unity regarding Concluded Hot Chalk Litigation
Submitted by: Circuit 27 (Livonia); Michigan District
To Encourage Transparency and Accountability in Legal Judgments and Settlements
Submitted by: Circuit 27 (Livonia); Michigan District
To Create Process for Initiatives and Referenda
Submitted by: Huntington Woods, Huntington Woods, MI; Circuit 18 (Birmingham), Michigan District
To Certify Accuracy and Trustworthiness of Call Documents
Submitted by: Circuit 43 (St. Joseph); Michigan District