The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod’s Commission on Theology and Church Relations has produced reports, opinions and resources that focus on the sacraments, also known as means of grace, based on Lutheran doctrine and practice.

The CTCR addresses the topics of confession and absolution, Baptism, admission to the Lord’s Supper, and guidelines for congregational communion statements.

CTCR Reports

CTCR Opinions

CTCR Resources


LCMS Commission on Theology and Church Relations