Convention Records 1959-1970.

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Convention Records 1959-1970.

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This series comprises files pertaining to biennial church conventions and retained by the office of the Rev. Fredrik A. Schiotz, president of The American Lutheran Church (TALC) from 1960-1971. The files date from 1960-1970 and comprise correspondence, printed pamphlets, brochures and other printed material, evaluations, pre-convention reports, and matters relating to the planning of each convention. Also included in some instances is follow-up correspondence where suggestions are made as to ways to improve planning for the next convention. Files are arranged chronologically.

5 boxes (1.8 cubic ft.)

Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Library, ELCA Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 8190166

Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Library, ELCA Library

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American Lutheran Church (1961-1987). General President.

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See TALC 4/2 Administrative History. From the description of Convention Records 1959-1970. (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Library). WorldCat record id: 77225573 ...

American Lutheran Church (1961-1987)

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The American Lutheran Church (1961-1987) was formed by the merger of the American Lutheran Church (1930-1960), the Evangelical Lutheran Church and the United Evangelical Lutheran Church. Representatives from each of the constitutent churches formed the Joint Union Committee in 1950 to effect the merger. Presidents of the constituent bodies at the merger were Henry F. Schuh (ALC), William Larsen (UELC) and Fredrik A. Schiotz (ELC). Schiotz was elected president of the new church body; Norman A. M...