Lutheran - Reformed Relations Resources

 

Explanation of codes (in the "Order From" column):

  • AF = To order, use the code given with the item by calling the Augsburg Fortress Distribution Center at 1-800-328-4648; prices listed do not include postage and handling.
  • ER = To order, send an e-mail (be sure to include your mailing address) or call the ELCA Ecumenical and Inter-Religious Relations at 1-800-638-3522, ext. 2610. Your order will include an invoice.
  • RIS = To order, call the ELCA Resource Information Service at 1-800-638-3522.
  • Graymoor = To order, call Graymoor Ecumenical & Interreligous Institute at 845/424-2109 or write them at Route 9, P.O. Box 300, Garrison, NY 10524-0300.
  • UCC = John H. Thomas, 700 Prospect Avenue; Cleveland, OH 44115. (216) 736-2119.

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ER - out of print; only available online NEW! Let's Talk - This four-part discussion series for congregations seeks to celebrate our unity and diversity as we mark the fifth anniversary of the signing of A Formula of Agreement by the ELCA, Reformed Church in America, United Church of Christ, and Presbyterian Church USA. Related worship resources are available here.
AF Guidelines and Worship Resources for the Celebration of Full Communion: Based on A Formula of Agreement - Guidelines and worship resources for Lutheran and Reformed (ELCA, Presbyterian USA, Reformed, United Church of Christ) congregations seeking to engage in joint worship. 69-4519 $0.30
AF A Common Calling: The Witness of Our Reformation Churches in North America Today: Presentation of the report of the Lutheran-Reformed Committee for Theological Conversations from 1988-1992 leading to (and including) a proposal for full communion. 69-2300 $ 4.95
AF A Common Discovery: Learning About the Churches of the Reformation - Study guide: Study materials included in the appendices of A Common Calling: The Witness of Our Reformation Churches in North America Today. Designed for congregational study to explore and discuss the intricacies and implications of this full-communion proposal. 69-2318 $2.00
AF Glimpses: What Full Communion May Mean to You - Occasional papers contributing to the 1997 decisions from the Lutheran-Reformed Coordinating Committee. Offers a comprehensive definition of full communion and its implications. 69-4246 $2.00
AF Lutheran-Reformed Theological Reflections on Full Communion: Occasional papers contributing to the 1997 decisions of the Lutheran-Reformed Coordinating Committee. Prepared by two ecumenical scholars, the text presents theological papers concerning full communion. 69-6491 $2.00
AF The Leuenberg Agreement and Lutheran-Reformed Relationships: Evaluations by North American and European Theologians regarding the European Leuenberg Agreement and the extent to which it is usable in the North American context. 09-2436 $13.99
AF "Formula of Agreement" - The agreement between the ELCA, the Presbyterian Church USA, the Reformed Church in America and the United Church of Christ on entering into full communion on the basis of A Common Calling. 67-4063 Free
ER The Orderly Exchange of Ordained Ministers under "A Formula of Agreement": Principles, policies and procedures surrounding the exchange of ordained ministers between Lutheran and Reformed, Presbyterian USA, and United Church of Christ congregations. 67-4063 postage
ER for 1 copy

UCC for multiple copies

 That They May All Be One - News of the Lutheran-Reformed Dialogue (1996). A publication of the United Church of Christ–details background and the proposal for full communion itself as well as a list of resources. 67-4063 inquire
out of print; check your local library Rowing in One Boat - A Common Reflection on Lutheran-Reformed Relations Worldwide: A comprehensive reflection/exploration of the full communion relationship between the Lutherans and Reformed congregations in America and the overall Lutheran-Reformed relations worldwide. Designed to stimulate discussion.
ER Questions and Answers - Lutheran Reformed and Lutheran-Episcopal 1997 Ecumenical Proposals: Covers frequently asked questions and answers regarding the 1997 ecumenical proposals between Lutheran and Reformed churches and Lutheran and Episcopal churches. postage
out of print; check your local library Marburg Revisited - A reexamination of Lutheran and Reformed traditions. Discusses the conceived barriers between the Lutheran and Presbyterian churches, the author concludes that there are no great theological barriers between the two denominations.
out of print; check your local library An Invitation to Action: The Lutheran-Reformed Dialogue Series III 1981-1983 - A comprehensive presentation of the Series III Lutheran-Reformed dialogue. Calls congregations to join together in the common mission of the church. Contains joint statements and recommendations to all church bodies relative to justification, the Lord’s Supper, and ministry. Provides historical and cultural background for both church bodies. Includes the full text of the Leuenberg Agreement. Background for A Formula of Agreement.