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Ecumenical Proposals/General Resources

Explanation of codes (in the "Order From" column):

  • AF = To order, use the code given with the item by calling the Augsburg Fortress Distribution Center at 1-800-328-4648; prices listed do not include postage and handling.
  • ER = To order, send an e-mail (be sure to include your mailing address) or call the ELCA Ecumenical and Inter-Religious Relations at 1-800-638-3522, ext. 2610. Your order will include an invoice.
  • RIS = To order, call the ELCA Resource Information Service at 1-800-638-3522.
  • Graymoor = To order, call Graymoor Ecumenical & Interreligous Institute at 845/424-2109 or write them at Route 9, P.O. Box 300, Garrison, NY 10524-0300.
Order From: Title of Resource AF Code Price
AF Ecumenism: The Vision of the ELCA - A policy statement adopted by the Churchwide Assembly of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America concerning the place of ecumenism in the overall vision of the ELCA. 69-3088 $1.00
AF Ecumenism: The Vision of the ELCA - Video tape: This video outlines and explains the points of the Ecumenical vision statement of the ELCA. 69-6477 $10.00
AF Together Making Christ Known - A 4 color pamphlet describing full communion and its implications in brief. (1997) 67-4066 Free
AF Why Unity? - A pamphlet that covers in brief a few questions and answers surrounding the 1997 full communion proposals. 67-2160 Free
AF Ecumenical Update - A summary of the "current" ecumenical proposals, dialogues, and relationships in which the ELCA Ecumenical and Inter-Religious Relations was involved (1989, 1997). 67-4069 Free
  "A Formula of Agreement" (also in Spanish) - The agreement between the ELCA, the Presbyterian Church (USA), the Reformed Church in America and the United Church of Christ on entering into full communion on the basis of A Common Calling.   $1.00
ER The Orderly Exchange of Ordained Ministers under "A Formula of Agreement" - Principles, policies and procedures surrounding the exchange of ordained ministers between Lutheran and Reformed, Presbyterian (USA), and United Church of Christ congregations.   postage
AF Guidelines and Worship Resources for the Celebration of Full Communion with the Reformed Churches - Based on A Formula of Agreement. Guidelines and worship resources for Lutheran and Reformed (ELCA, Presbyterian [USA], Reformed, United Church of Christ) congregations seeking to engage in joint worship. 69-4519 postage
AF "Called to Common Mission" - An agreement of Full Communion with the Episcopal Church as amended and adopted by the Churchwide Assembly of the ELCA (August 19, 1999).  69-1346 $0.35
ER "Llamados A Una Misión Común"
Spanish Version of "Called to Common Mission"
  $0.35
  The Orderly Exchange of Pastors and Priests under "Called to Common Mission" - The principles and guidelines for the exchange of Lutheran Pastors and Episcopalian Priests. This document serves as an aid to synods, dioceses, congregations and churchwide offices in the event of an exchange of clergy in accordance with the agreement of Called to Common Mission.    
ER Guidelines for Celebrating Full Communion with The Episcopal Church - Guidelines and worship resources intended to aid Lutheran and Episcopal congregations and their leaders in settings of shared worship in accordance with the agreement of Called to Common Mission.   postage
AF "Who are the Episcopalians?" - A 17-minute video designed to encourage discussion and exploration of the meaning of Full Communion and its implications on the mission of the church. Offers historical and theological background of the Episcopal Church.   $5.00
AF "Who Are The Lutherans?" - A 33-minute video designed to encourage discussion and exploration of the meaning of Full Communion and its implications on the mission of the church. Offers historical and theological background of the Lutheran Church.   $10.00
AF Set of Two Videos - "Who Are The Episcopalians?" and "Who Are The Lutherans?"   $12.00
AF The Unity We Share (Audio tape) - This 32-minute tape is a recording of a discussion of the proposal for full communion between Lutherans and Episcopalians. 69-9295 $4.00
ER "Following Our Shepherd to Full Communion" - Full report of the Lutheran-Moravian Dialogue with recommendations for full communion in worship, fellowship, and mission.   postage
ER The Orderly Exchange of Ordained Ministers under "Following Our Shephard to Full Communion" - Guidelines regarding the orderly exchange of ministers between the Lutheran and Moravian churches in America. Includes background information and principles of agreement.   postage
ER Guidelines for Celebrating Full Communion with the Moravian Church - This booklet offers guidelines and worship resources for Lutheran and Moravian congregations wishing to celebrate full communion with one another.   postage
ER "Joint Declaration on the Doctrine of Justification" - The official common statement by the Lutheran World Federation and the Catholic church. This test is the result of decades of dialogue and includes an annex to the official statement that contains additional details and deeper explanations. 0-8028-4774-9 $4.95
ER Ecumenical Institute Bossey Programme 2002-2003 - This booklet created through the World Council of Churches (WCC) offers the ecumenical educational opportunities available in Geneva, Switzerland though the University of Geneva. Please refer the Institute's Web site for more information.   Free
ER The ELCA's Wittenberg Center brochure - An informative brochure about the mission and programs of the ELCA's Wittenberg Center in Wittenberg, Germany. Includes contact information. For more information, please visit the Wittenberg Center's Web site.   Free
ER Churches Uniting in Christ (CUIC) brochure - This pamphlet offers a brief explanation of the ecumenical group inaugurated in January of 2002. The ELCA is not a full member of CUIC, but is involved as a "partner in mission and dialogue." Please refer to our links page for more information about this unique and exciting relationship.   Free
ER Interfaith Relations and the Churches - A policy statement of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA. This booklet offers historical, political, and social context for interfaith relations and the Church. Provides policy guidelines for the NCCC, and is offered for the consideration of its member communions as a source for guidance, reflection, and action.   postage

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