What does “LCMS” mean and what’s it all about?

What does it mean to be part of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS)? Please watch the 6 informative video’s below to learn about our Confessional Lutheran Synod. There is a “talk-sheet” available after this brief introduction for your convenience.

Please feel free to download the talk sheet above to follow along with the video’s

In this video, the Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison, president of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS), talks about the founding of the LCMS in 1847.

After Martin Luther’s death, a group of Lutherans rallied around the Word of God and wrote the confessions now contained in the Book of Concord — confessions that members of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod continue to adhere to today. We are joined together as a Synod because of our common faith and doctrine, and we continue to promote our doctrinal clarity and unity in various ways.

LCMS Chief Mission Officer, the Rev. Kevin Robson, introduces and explains the first five objectives found in Article III of the Synod Constitution.

LCMS Chief Mission Officer, the Rev. Kevin Robson, introduces and explains the last five objectives found in Article III of the Synod Constitution.

LCMS Missouri District President Rev. Dr. R. Lee Hagan explains what it means to be a member of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod.