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LCMS 2026 Convention Workbook: Reports and Overtures, PDF page 368
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2026 Convention Workbook
333LIFE TOGETHER
responsibility not only to maintain records but also to secure them for posterity.
Therefore be it
Resolved, That the Synod give thanks to God for the historical treasures entrusted to it over the past century and make fuller use of the historical resources offered through CHI, to her great benefit and blessing; and be it further
Resolved, That members, congregations, districts, as well as Synod departments and entities continue to uphold the i nstitute through prayer and financial support by becoming annual members of CHI and sustaining their financial contributions and estate gifts (with those of sufficient means becoming annual members of CHI’s Director’s Circle or Vault Society), so that the work and proper staffing of the i nstitute may be sustained and continue ; and be it further
Resolved, That the Synod renew its commitment to retrieve, organize, preserve, and share her rich history for the benefit of both church and community; and be it further
Resolved, That the Synod in convention earnestly remind congregational, district, and Synod leaders of their fiduciary responsibilities to maintain and secure records that document our shared history—especially in those unfortunate circumstances when a congregation or educational institution closes; and be it further
Resolved, That historical materials of various kinds held in private hands (often in fragile and deteriorating condition) be shared with the church and community and be made available to be copied or deposited with CHI for preservation and safekeeping; and be it finally
Resolved, That the Synod pause and take Martin Luther’s warning to heart, asking the Lord for a greater appreciation of her redeemed history and the historical treasures entrusted to her care, that our joy and thanksgiving for Christ’s work among us might increase.
Board of Governors Concordia Historical Institute
