Synod Assembly Materials and Guidebook
The 2023 Synod Assembly is Paperless!
The South Dakota Synod Assembly Guidebook will soon be available to download on any smart device. Get the guide to access the most up-to-date information about our assembly, including schedules, quick links, materials, and much more.
Get our guide by clicking here.
Android and Apple iOS users:
- From the link above (when it is available), tap the “Download” button to download the free ELCA Guidebook app
- Open Guidebook and you can find our “2023 South Dakota Synod Assembly” guide
- OR, if you already have the Guidebook App installed, simply search in the “find guides” section for the “2023 South Dakota Synod Assembly.”
Access assembly materials below to download and save to your device or print hard copies.
Reports and Agenda
- 2023 Synod Assembly Preliminary Report
- 2023 Proposed Agenda
- Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton Video Report to Synod Assemblies
- Luther Seminary Video Report to Synod Assemblies
- Latest South Dakota Synod Data Toolkit (includes information like Synod trends and congregational reports)
- Report of 2022 Audit
Resolutions
- Resolutions Packet
- Resolution #1 – Elect SD Synod Council Members
- Resolution #2 – 2024 Compensation and Guidelines for Rostered Ministers and Lay Staff
- Synod Assembly Resolutions Form
Proposed 2024 Compensation and Guidelines for Rostered Ministers and Lay Staff
- Lay Leaders Compensation and Guidelines (Proposed)
- Rostered Ministers Compensation and Guidelines (Proposed)