LCMS
Religion abbreviation · Religious Term
| Stands for | Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod |
|---|---|
| Categories | Religion |
LCMS stands for Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod, a religious term abbreviation.
Conservative American Lutheran denomination, organized in 1847 by German immigrants and headquartered in the St. Louis area, known for a confessional stance on Scripture and for not ordaining women as pastors. It runs a large network of schools and the Concordia universities.
Example: Our son attends the LCMS elementary school next to the church.
Usage notes
The LCMS is the second-largest Lutheran body in the US, after the ELCA. The two churches differ on women's ordination, sexuality and ecumenical agreements. "Synod" means an assembly of churches.
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