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 (LCMS), also known as the Missouri Synod, [4] is an orthodox, traditional confessional Lutheran denomination in the United States.

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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 …

At the LCMS resources page, you’ll find everything from worship prayer helps and devotions to videos, directories, documents, a store, and more.

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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 …

What does “Synod” mean? 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 …

You can find an LCMS Church, School, Rostered Worker, or District using the options below. Information on these pages may be updated at any time by the congregation, school, worker, or …

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 …