# LCMS Convention Proceedings_St. Louis Missouri_1983_S171
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ADMINISTRATION AND PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION 171

our merciful God for the blessings of 70 years of
‘ministry in the New Orleans area and extends thanks
for the assistance and encouragement given its minis-
try by the Southern District; therefore be it

Resolved, That Trinity Lutheran Church be com-
mended in convention for its mission contributions to
Lutheranism in the New Orleans area; and be it further

Resolved, That The Lutheran Church—Missouri
Synod, meeting in convention 1983, rejoice in this work
accomplished among our Black brothers and sisters
which continues to the glory and through the power of
- Jesus Christ.

Action: Adopted (13).

To Decline Overture 4-18 (District
Reports to Synodical Conventions)

RESOLUTION 4-23
Overture 4-18 (CW, p. 172)

WHEREAS, The cost and time attendant upon the
assembling and consideration of the materials to be
presented would appear not to serve the best interests of
the Synod and its Districts; therefore be it

Resolved, That we respectfully decline Overture 4-18.
Action: Adopted (13).
(The committee changed the title.)

To Decline Overture 4-15
(Name Change)

RESOLUTION 4-24
Overture 4-15 (CW, p. 171)

WHEREAS, The name of the Synod has become
associated with a firm confessional position in the
theological world; therefore be it

Resolved, That we respectfully decline Overture 4-15.
Action: Adopted (13).

(The convention decided not to consider Overture 4-15 as a
substitute resolution.)

Dr. and Mrs. Herbert Mueller .

To Express Thanks to God
for Dr. Herbert Mueller’s Ministry

RESOLUTION 4-26
President’s Report

WHEREAS, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod
has for the past 18 years and 12 conventions enjoyed the
capable service of the Rev. Dr. Herbert Mueller as its
Secretary; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Mueller hasin an evangelical manner
provided positive leadership to the Synod not only as its
Secretary, but also as the Secretary to the Board of
Directors, Council of Administrators, and Commission
on Constitutional Matters, and as a member of various
boards, commissions, and committees, including Presi-
dent of the Lutheran Council U.S.A.; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Mueller has served his Lord and his
church with honor and integrity and has provided a
Christian example to the many who have met, heard,
and known him during his ministry; therefore be it

Resolved, That The Lutheran Church—Missouri
Synod thank our gracious God for the person, faith-
fulness, and diligent work of Dr. Mueller during his
years as Secretary; and be it further

Resolved, That the Synod thank and commend Dr.
Mueller and assure Dr. and Mrs. Mueller of our con-
tinued gratitude, prayers, and best wishes; and be it
finally

Resolved, That the convention express its gratitude
by rising and singing “Now Thank We All Our God.”

Action: Adopted (10).