Model Constitution

Model Constitution

The Model Constitution for Congregations is consistent with the requirements of the constitutional governing documents of the ELCA’s churchwide organization and synods:

English Version

• Model Constitutions for Congregations (PDF)
• Model Constitutions for Congregations (Word Doc)

Versión en Español

• Constitución Modelo para Congregaciones (PDF Doc) 
• Constitución Modelo para Congregaciones (Word Doc)

Guide for Use of the Model Constitution for Congregations is a helpful reference for congregations reviewing their constitutions. Congregations are encouraged to work with their synod’s Constitution Committee from the outset of their work; this may ensure a greater likelihood that the synod will approve the proposed changes (*C17.03.).