2004 Synod Assembly

Resolution 2004-10: Call Young People into Assembly

Passed as Amended

WHEREAS, Part A. of the strategic plan "Called into God's Marvelous Light," has the goal to pay particular attention to youth and young adults; and,

WHEREAS, part of the Evangelism Strategy of the ELCA as presented by Pastor Carmala Aderman includes specific actions that focus on youth and adults; and,

WHEREAS, Pastor Kirby Unti in his presentation on "The Courage of Leadership" placed emphasis on what we can do now over meeting in committees or study groups;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that voting members return to congregations and identify young members who have gifts of leadership, encouraging congregations to bring at least one voting member to future assemblies who is age 30 or less.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Assembly planning committee include events and activities appealing to younger voting members and be considerate of the schedules of younger people.

Submitted by Pastor Joel Xavier, Blue Earth River Conference, April 24, 2004

Passed by the Blue Earth River Conference Caucus

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