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Pastors Articles presented at the Fall Pastors Conference - October 2007
Pastors Articles presented at the Fall Pastors Conference - October 2005
Professional Packet
Taxes for Ministers -- a resource on tax issues for ordained and commissioned ministers.
2004 Handbook - The Handbook of The Lutheran Church--Missouri Synod includes the Constitution, Bylaws and Articles of Incorporation of the organization.
LCMS Commission on Worship -- Find resources and articles on worship practices, including the theology behind the historic liturgy of the Lutheran church.
Commission on Ministerial Growth and Support -- promotes and facilitates the professional growth and personal well-being of LCMS church workers for faithful, competent, and joyful ministry.
Get job descriptions and information about the performance appraisal process for various church work positions as well as job descriptions for church officers.
Concordia Plan Services (formerly Worker Benefit Plans) -- information on health, insurance, and retirement programs for LCMS church workers and their families.
Personnel Manual Prototype is meant to be a suggested guideline for use by congregations and other ministries.
Employment Resource Manual to assist congregations and districts of the Synod understand and apply good sound employment principles. Individual forms are available in Microsoft Word format.
National Contract Program -- National Contracts are buying agreements between selected vendors for products and services that are widely used throughout the church.
Lutheran/LCMS Graphics--Download the LCMS logo cross, Luther's rose and the synodical seal.
Keep informed about the Synod's mission and ministry by subscribing to LCMS e-News to receive publications, statements from the President's office and devotions sent to your computer via e-mail.
2006 IDE Theological Convocation - "Who's in Charge Here?"
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