The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod Inc., including Mission Central (in Mapleton, Iowa), is an IRS registered 501 (c) (3) tax-exempt charity. A contribution designated (restricted) for a specific …

The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod - Minnesota South District's mission is to cultivate leaders intentionally engaged in the mission of God.

The Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod (LCMS), also known as the Missouri Synod, [4] is an orthodox, traditional confessional Lutheran denomination in the United States. With 1.7 million members as of …

2 days ago · © Copyright 2026 - The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. All Rights Reserved Visit LCMS.org

Jan 1, 2026 · Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod, conservative Lutheran church in the United States, organized in Chicago in 1847 by German immigrants from Saxony (settled in Missouri) and Bavaria …

The LCMS, headquartered in St. Louis, Mo., is mission-oriented and Bible-based. LCMS doctrine reflects the teachings of Dr. Martin Luther, as summarized in The Book of Concord: The Confessions …

As a church body, LCMS churches are “committed to a common confession and mission” and so “join with one another in the Synod to support one another and to work together in carrying out their …

The word “Synod” in The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod comes from Greek words that mean “walking together.” The term has rich meaning in our church body because congregations voluntarily …

The Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod curates a wide collection of resources for congregations, church workers, members, and visitors. Browse the LCMS Document Library to find worship planning …

The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod offers many congregational and home resources. Browse this page to find Bible studies, prayer suggestions, devotions, videos, photos, directories, documents, …