Board for International Mission

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From the 2013 Handbook (Bylaw 3.8.3):

The Board for International Mission is charged with developing and determining policies in support of mission and ministry in foreign countries for the Office of International Mission (Bylaw 1.2.1 [m]).

These policies shall embrace and apply the mission and ministry emphases adopted by the national convention. Under the leadership of the President of the Synod, pursuant to Bylaw 3.3.1.1.1, the board shall assist in identifying the specific goals for the Office of International Mission. Policies determined by the board (implemented by staff) may include but not be limited to:

• Strong mission leadership
• Training of missionaries
• Ministry for all of the Synod’s military personnel
• Safeguarding the rights of partner churches
• Ministry for all civilians and their dependents overseas
• International human care
• Liaison with the colleges, universities, and seminaries of the Synod
• Liaison with the chief ecumenical officer of the Synod
• International schools

Upon the recommendation of the Office of International Mission, the board shall serve as the only sending agency through which workers and funds are sent to the foreign mission areas of the Synod, including the calling, appointing, assigning, withdrawing, and releasing of missionaries (ministers of religion—ordained and ministers of religion—commissioned) and other workers for the ministries in foreign areas.

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Board Policies

• Board policies in support of mission and ministry in foreign countries
   
• Operative directives for implementing LCMS Bylaw 3.8.3
   
• FAQs regarding CCM Opinion 14-2724 on Bylaw 3.8.3

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