Anglican Church in North America and The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod Dialogue—Report on the Discussions (2010-2012)

In 2010 representatives of the Anglican Church in North America (ACNA) and The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS)1 began a series of theological discussions. Foundational to the dialogue was the mutual recognition that we share a high regard for the authority of the Holy Scriptures and a commitment to the continuing validity of the great tradition of creedal faith and life. LCMS and ACNA representatives agreed on an initial series of four meetings, beginning in the fall of 2010 and held in the spring and fall over two years. Because the ACNA includes congregations in Canada as well as the US, the LCMS decided to invite a representative of its partner church, the Lutheran Church—Canada, to participate in the talks. The themes of the first four meetings have been, in order: “The Background and Identity of Our Churches,” “Authority in the Church,” “Theological and Societal Challenges Facing the Church,” and “The Practice of Ministry: Worship and Catechesis.” Read more