Synod Assemblies are a way to meet you neighbors and collaborate for the good of Creation! How might you leverage it?
Update for 2026: We are asking all synods to propose a resolution for the ELCA to join the World Council of Churches “Decade of Climate Justice.” This resolution goes beyond symbolic action and would give the precedent for ELCA Church Council to take urgent action to delegate funding, resources and time toward climate justice. Click here for more info and model resolutions.
1. Host a Presentation or Workshop:
- No need to start from scratch – we have many templates that you can use as is or add to. Also plenty of resources are available that connect with a broad range of themes depending on the synod’s theme. Contact us to have materials sent/attached to you directly: info@lutheransrestoringcreation.org
- Looking to book a speaker? Check our list of speakers or search for “Creation Care Ambassadors” on our map.
- Become trained to speak yourself with Creation Care Ambassador training (find out more here).
2. Care for Creation Worship:
- Incorporate care for creation into your synod worship services: Explore our wide array of sample bulletins and services.
3. Propose resolutions:
- See here examples of environmental resolutions offered by synods
- Making your own creation care resolution? Share with us so we can share with others!
- Find out how and when resolutions are submitted for your synod’s next assembly directly from your synod office (look up the contact info here)
4. Host a display table with information:
- Print out a few sample materials (shared drive of 2025 resources) and be sure to have people sign up for more information (scan/email it back to us and then we’ll send back a list of everyone in your synod who has interest in this ministry!) Set up a computer (if wi-fi is available) and share some video educational tools.
- Stories. Showcase examples of what is happening in the congregations of your synod and ask for more stories – from gardening together, to washing dishes rather than throwing them away. Celebrate what everyone has to offer!
5. Use Environmental “best practices” at your synod assembly
- See our LRC guide: Planning and Carrying Out Green Events