American Lutheran Church (1961-1987). Church Council. Executive Committee.

The concept of a model constitution for congregations was developed by the Joint Union Committee. A draft was completed in 1958 and approved by a joint meeting of district presidents in 1959. Later versions were approved first by the church council and then by its executive committee.

From the description of Model constitution and bylaws for congregations of the American Lutheran Church, 1957-1984. (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Library). WorldCat record id: 26750168