ELCA Resource Library

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.

To start a new search, use the "Clear Selection" button and select a new topic.

Risk Management

Welcome to the Risk Management resource page. This resource page provides you a visual way to explore and download the many types of resources we have available.

Church Embezzlement Prevention
Property Insurance FAQ – 2026
Workplace Violence Report
Disaster Preparation
ELCA Endorsed Property Liability Insurance Programs
Active Shooter Study Quick Reference
Active Shooter Study Quick Reference Guide
Staying Safe in Church
Managing Risks: First Steps in Identifying Congregational Liability
Guidelines for Keeping Insurance Records
Congregational Disaster Preparedness Guide
Nonprofits and Embezzlement
Security Procedures in the Workplace
Florida ELCA Quote Request Process
Information Needed When Making an Insurance Claim
Addressing and Preventing Crime in Congregations
Church Property Loss
How to Handle Embezzlement
How to Prepare for a Disaster
Disaster Plan Works
Safety and Loss Prevention
Risk Management Information
Purchasing Insurance Guidelines
Lessons on Embezzlement from a Synod Bishop