Working For Change

Sample Resolutions

You may use the resolutions below to work for reform in the ELCA. Take them to your congregation, conference or cluster and then to your synod assembly in 2009.

• Resolutions for synod assemblies to request that the proposed rules of procedure for the 2009 churchwide assembly require a super majority vote to approve changes to the standards for rostered ministers in the ELCA
• Resolution that calls for the 2009 churchwide assembly to defeat the proposed social statement on human sexuality
• Resolution that calls for the 2009 churchwide assembly to defeat the recommended change in ELCA policies to roster practicing homosexuals

Resolutions used in previous years

• Resolution regarding "Stewardship of the Mission Investment Fund and the ELCA Foundation (resolution to Church Council)"
• Resolution regarding "Stewardship of the Mission Investment Fund and the ELCA Foundation (memorial to CWA)"
• Resolution to Wait for Social Statement in 2009 Resolution
• Resolution on Official Blessing Ceremonies of Same-Sex Sexual Relationships Resolution
• Resolution on the Meaning of Scripture Resolution
• The Necessity of Agreement in the GospelMemorial
• Failed Mission in CCM Resolution
• The Naming of God Memorial
• God's will for Sexuality and Its Appropriate Use Resolution
• Suspend Ordination and Installation in the Historic Episcopate Resolution
• Synods Elect Church Council Resolution
• Freedom to receive or reject historic episcopate Resolution
• Marriage and Family Resolution Resolution
• Ordination with Integrity Resolution
• The Presiding by Laypersons at Holy Communion Resolution
• Ratification of Constitutional Amendments Resolution
• Ratification of Ecumenical Agreements and Ministry Standards Resolution
• Term Limits for Churchwide officers Resolution
• Representation at churchwide assemblies Resolution