After debate and discussion on the convention floor, delegates demonstrated broad agreement on and a desire to affirm the LCMS’ current paths to ordination and the training of pastors.
LCMS paves the way for full fellowship with Lutheran Mission–Australia
On Tuesday afternoon, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod in convention unanimously approved Res. 5-02, thus laying the groundwork for a full recognition of fellowship with Lutheran Mission–Australia.
‘We are not alone’: Kenya’s archbishop greets LCMS convention
The Rev. Joseph Ochola Omolo, archbishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Kenya, addressed the LCMS in convention on Tuesday afternoon, July 21, expressing solidarity and offering words of encouragement and appreciation to the assembled delegates.
LCMS endorses fellowship with Evangelical Lutheran Christian Church of Bolivia
The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod in convention formally endorsed LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison’s May 2025 recognition of altar and pulpit fellowship with the Evangelical Lutheran Christian Church of Bolivia.
Youth ‘represent’ at convention
Each district is allowed to send up to two youth representatives to the convention, according to Bylaw 3.1.4.6.
Synod elects regents for CSL, CUC, CUI, CUNE
Floor Committee 11 oversaw the election of regents to the boards of Concordia Seminary, St. Louis (CSL); Concordia University Chicago (CUC); Concordia University Irvine (CUI); and Concordia University, Nebraska (CUNE).
Floor Committee 11 wraps up elections with CUS regents, Commission on Worship
On the morning of July 21, the Synod in convention elected a total of 15 people to serve on four different boards or commissions.
Convention voices video – Volunteer pages at the LCMS convention
As delegates conduct the business of the church during The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) convention, they are supported by a troop of volunteer pages who serve behind the scenes in a variety of ways. “We really could not do this without their help,” says LCMS Mission Program Manager Katie Fiene. Learn more about the unique and vital role of the convention page.
2026 LCMS convention news – Tuesday, July 21
The third day of convention business included an essay by Dr. Michael A. Thomas, presentations on military chaplains and church relations, and balloting for a variety of boards and entities.
2026 Convention rewind video – Tuesday, July 21
On July 21, the third day of business at the 69th Regular Convention of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS), international guests were introduced to the delegation. The Synod in convention recognized fellowship with the Evangelical Lutheran Christian Church of Bolivia and acknowledged the unity of confession the LCMS shares with Lutheran Mission—Australia. In addition, delegates adopted resolutions from Floor Committees 6, 10 and 11.
National Offering tops $740,000 to ‘Tell the Next Generation’
The 2026–2029 National Offering will support ongoing domestic work to share the Good News of Jesus Christ among families, young people and children.
Synod elects members to BNM, BIM, CTCR, CHI
On the morning of July 21, the Synod in convention elected a total of 15 people to serve on four different boards or commissions.
Synod elects CPH, LCEF, Foundation, CUS, CTSFW board members
Floor Committee 11 enjoyed a full session on Tuesday afternoon, July 21, as it administered elections for members of several boards.
Admiral Gregory Todd honored at the LCMS convention
LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces staff presented the Silver St. Martin of Tours Medal to Rear Admiral Rev. Dr. Gregory Todd for his 40 years of service in military chaplaincy.
2026 LCMS convention video – Caring for military-connected people
Through Operation Barnabas, Catalina Lutheran Church in Tucson, Ariz., loves the military-connected people God has placed in their path.
Celebrating partners in ‘God’s Mission Here’
One hundred guests, including leaders from 33 districts, joined the LCMS Office of National Mission for a banquet to celebrate ‘partnership in the Gospel.’
