About the Atlantic District

 

The history of the Atlantic District of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS) has been one of welcoming and embracing each wave of immigrants and newcomers from around the world. Covering metropolitan New York, the Atlantic District is set in one of the most diversely populated areas on earth.

With over 30 missions, the work of the Atlantic District is boundless, bringing God's Word and Love to people from all walks of life. Whether it's setting up new churches, or ministering to existing congregations, Atlantic District missionaries are always ready to reach out to the many ethnic and religious groups in the New York metropolitan area so they may know Jesus Christ! Among the many Atlantic District missions are ministries to Hispanic, African immigrant, Southern Asian and Deaf communities.

Our Mission Statement

The mission of the Atlantic District is to strengthen churches, schools and support agencies to effectively proclaim and demonstrate God’s grace in Christ Jesus by nurturing believers and reaching out to others.

Objectives

To accomplish its mission, the AD:

• Identifies, trains and supports…key leaders…including clergy
• Offers faith-based programs & resources
• Provides "best practice" models: evangelism, governance, stewardship, financial management Initiates new mission starts/revitalization and raises up homegrown leaders
• Provides a supportive network…foster unity/build bridges

Core Values

• Christ-centered/united in Christ/proclamation
• Unafraid/fearless/adventurous/bold/ energetic/missional - cutting edge, out there, not afraid to do - an adventurous spirit, pioneering
• Supporting/caring/compassionate/hope
• Encourage/empowering congregations, schools, agencies
• Building community/coordinating/bridge - building

Ten Goals for the Next 1-5 Years

• Energize and revitalize congregations
• Start new missions and congregations
• Leadership development
• Schools evaluated and assisted
• Build district unity and sense of community
• Quality communications between AD and congregations, schools, and organizations
• More productive volunteer network
• Develop new revenue streams
• Financial management and budgeting
• Well-run AD office/management