Methodology
Source hierarchy and review posture
The site is built to distinguish source text, summary, analysis, opinion, inference, and proposed amendment language.
Source hierarchy
- Scripture
- Lutheran Confessions
- Official LCMS Constitution, Bylaws, Handbook, Workbook, reports, overtures, nominee materials, floor committee materials, and convention resources
- Uploaded project documents and reviewed notes
- Reviewed pastoral and mission-preparation materials as a mission lens
- Clearly labeled inference
When sources appear to be in tension, the site should name that tension carefully and cite the relevant sources. Unverified claims should be removed or clearly marked as unverified.
Reviewed preparation materials may be used as a mission lens, not as a replacement for Scripture, the Lutheran Confessions, or the official constitutional and bylaw order of the LCMS.
Official LCMS Resources
Use this site as a research and navigation aid, but verify all official convention information with LCMS sources.
LCMS National Convention
Official LCMS convention landing page.
LCMS Convention Documents & Publications
Official document hub for convention materials.
2026 Convention Workbook
Official Workbook with reports, overtures, representation information, and convention source material.
Nominee Bios & Statements
Official biographical synopses, candidate statements, and nomination information.