ELCA Resource Center

Welcome to the downloadable resources web page of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.

If you're interested in ordering resources, we invite you to explore our ELCA eStore Catalog.

TIP: Start with the first filter "Topics" to sort the resources to find what you need.

Candidacy

Welcome to the candidacy resources page. If you are looking to begin your candidacy journey, please select "Start Here" from the subcategory drop-down button. If you wish to enter into candidacy, select the "Candidates" subcategory. The "Essays" subcategory will display essay forms that are posted every May 1st. Selecting "Congregations" will display forms pertaining to congregations. The "Internships & Seminary" subcategory will display forms pertaining to internships with a seminary. The "Synod" subcategory displays candidacy decision forms. Finally, the "First Call" subcategory displays forms for candidates.

First Call - Vacancies - September 2024
ELCA First Call - Vacancies - September 2024 (Zip Folder)
First Call Process Overview Video
ELCA First Call Process Form
First Call Form Instruction Video
Regional Consultation Dates 2024
Candidacy Churchwide Contacts
COB's Approved ELCA First Call Process Proposal
ELCA First Call Process - Frequently Asked Questions
First Call Process Seminary Contacts