Report to the Twelve Districts 2020 – Online Reports
The Report to the Twelve Districts, put out in even years, reports the work of the synod to the districts for their conventions.
Report to the Twelve Districts 2018 – Online Reports
The Report to the Twelve Districts, put out in even years, reports the work of the synod to the districts for their conventions.
Synod Convention Presentations
The PowerPoint presentations and videos available below were presented at the 2017 Synod Convention, July 31-Aug. 3, at Luther Preparatory School, Watertown, Wis. The presentations and videos may contain information that delegates find valuable as they share the convention proceedings with their local congregations.
Additional addendum resources:
Jon Hein – Demographic Study video
Earle Treptow – Compensation Calculator Demo video
Earle Treptow – Supporting Called Workers Bible Study video
Tuesday morning session video
Tuesday afternoon session video
Wednesday morning session video
Wednesday afternoon session video
Note: No special guests or missions presentations will be available due to security protocol.
*due to linked data of multiple files, a PDF is provided instead of a PowerPoint.
Key Convention Graphics – 2017 Synod Convention
Download the Our Great Heritage logo and the stage banners as seen at the 2017 synod convention. If you have any questions about artwork please contact WELS Communication Services at csc@wels.net.
Supplemental BORAM materials
The following documents are referenced in the Book of Reports and Memorials, but are not printed. They are available to view online and download for your reference.
Key Convention Documents – 2017 Synod Convention
Find the 2017 Book of Reports and Memorials, Synod Convention delegate book, voting and advisory delegates, floor committees, and delegate reimbursement form.
Elections – 2017 Synod Convention
Ballot, nominees, and position descriptions for the elections at the 2017 Synod Convention in Watertown, Wis., July 31 – August 3, 2017.
Daily Agenda – 2017 Synod Convention
View the most updated agenda for each day of the 2017 Synod Convention.
Please note: Agenda is subject and likely to change.
Minutes – 2017 Synod Convention
View the minutes for each day of the 2017 Synod Convention.
Resolutions – 2017 Synod Convention
View the resolutions presented at the 2017 Synod Convention. Resolutions have been adopted unless otherwise noted.