# LCMS Convention Proceedings_St. Louis Missouri_1941_S425
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Appeals 425

ynodical Handbook.

. That the group which is known as St. Paul’s dealt contrary
the Word of God, brotherly love, and Lutheran practice by
sinful separation.

.by extending a call to the man who had been removed as
r of St.Stephanus Congregation for good and valid reasons.
5. That the above action of St.Paul’s not only gave offense

also disturbed the peace and prosperity of St. Stephanus Con-
we 6. That the establishment of an additional congregation in
aa proximity of St.Stephanus Congregation apparently is un-
Prilecessary to carry on the work of the Lutheran Church in that

2asons to organize a new congregation.
In view of the above findings we render the following

1. That we uphold the appeal of St. Stephanus Congregation
‘as supported by the Visitor of the South Detroit Circuit and the
President of the Michigan District, demanding the dissolution.
‘of St. Paul’s.

_2. a. That the members of St. Paul’s apologize to St. Stephanus
ongregation for their sinful separation and disobedience to the
Word of God.

_ b. That St. Stephanus Congregation cheerfully and completely
a forgive them, express their sorrow for any uncharitableness on
their part, and again receive them as members in good standing.
c. That St. Stephanus Congregation grant those who desire it
a peaceful release or transfer to a sister Lutheran church of
our Synod.

We pray that our Lord Jesus Christ may look with favor upon
our humble efforts and cause them ‘to redound to the glory of
a His holy name and the welfare of His Christian Church on earth.
Amen.

Signed: C.H.Pautine, Chairman H.E. Prexorn, Secretary
H.C. Romirineg G.R.Prrers Martin Lankow

Action of Synod: This whole ease was referred to the new
.; Board of Appeals.