# LCMS Convention Proceedings_St. Louis Missouri_1944_S827
# Machine transcription, uncorrected — CHI Digital Archive (demonstration)

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PROPOSED SYNODICAL HANDBOOK

X

“lodge evil” to exist in their churches without counter-

testimony and decisive action, If, after due investi-

gation, it becomes evident that such congregations and

pastors refuse to change their attitude and practice,

ghey a be suspended and eventually expelled from
ynod,

H. A conscientious pastor may in cases which pre-
sent unusual features, rendering their classification
difficult, administer Holy Communion to a person who
is still outwardly connected with such a lodge. But
in such a case the pastor shall earnestly beware of
Procrastinating and giving offense, and to this end he
Shall freely and sedetene gusly consult with his church
counci] and congregation, his brethren in the ministry,
and with the officials of Synod as the case may require,

999. Amendments to the By-Laws
Changes in the By-Laws and additions thereto may
be made, provided 1) they are not contrary to the
Constitution, 2) are presented in writing to the Synod,
) are separately considered and acted upon, 4) and
are passed by a majority of the voting representatives.