To Uphold Deep and Broad Study of Book of Concord in Synod Seminaries

Official Workbook overture source text

6-07 
To Uphold Deep and Broad Study  
of Book of Concord in Synod Seminaries 
WHEREAS, The Book of Concord  sets forth the Lutheran 
Confessions as faithful expositions of Holy Scripture and provides 
doctrinal clarity and unity for the Synod; and 
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HEREAS, Seminary formation integrates confessional study to 
prepare pastors who subscribe to the Lutheran Confessions without 
reservation; and 
WHEREAS, The Synod has consistently affirmed the Lutheran 
Confessions as the doctrinal basis for theology and practice within 
the Synod; and 
W
HEREAS, The Formula of Concord identifies the Lutheran 
Confessions as the Church’s binding doctrinal standard ( FC Ep, 
Summary Content); therefore be it 
Resolved, That the Synod reaffirm its commitment to deep and 
broad study of the Book of Concord in its seminaries; and be it 
further 
Resolved, That the faculty of the Synod’s seminaries continue to 
integrate confessional theology throughout the curriculum; and be 
it further 
Resolved, That the congregations of the Synod be encouraged to 
support confessional education within the Synod; and be it finally 
Resolved, That the Synod give thanks to God for the confessional 
heritage entrusted to His Church. 
Good Shepherd 
Lincoln, NE 
Ov.