Themes

Resolution theme tagging

Theme tags help readers find patterns in proposed resolutions without turning inference into fact.

Theme tags are a conservative research aid for finding patterns in proposed resolutions. They are not official LCMS classifications.

Doctrinal

Proposed resolutions involving doctrine, teaching, confession of faith, theological claims, or doctrinal accountability.

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Confessional

Proposed resolutions involving the Lutheran Confessions, confessional subscription, Lutheran identity, or confessional formation.

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Missional

Proposed resolutions involving evangelism, church planting, outreach, mercy, witness, missionaries, schools, congregational revitalization, or Gospel proclamation in local and global contexts.

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Governance

Proposed resolutions involving Synod structure, boards, commissions, bylaws, elections, representation, convention process, or institutional authority.

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Procedural

Proposed resolutions involving process, rules, parliamentary matters, reporting requirements, administrative steps, timing, or implementation mechanics.

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Financial

Proposed resolutions involving budgets, funding, assets, compensation, financial stewardship, publishing costs, fees, or institutional finances.

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Relational

Proposed resolutions involving church relationships, fellowship, dispute resolution, reconciliation, trust, cooperation, ecclesiastical supervision, or life together.

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Pastoral

Proposed resolutions involving congregational care, pastors, commissioned ministers, visitation, discipline, spiritual care, formation, or practical care of people and congregations.

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