Come be our partner

in the Gospel

We warmly invite your congregation, group, or you as an individual to join the Puerto Rico Foro – a dynamic and collaborative way to support and actively participate in the growth of the Lutheran Church here on the island!

What is the Puerto Rico Foro?

Drawing from the Spanish word for "forum," the Foro model is an officially endorsed strategy of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS). It's not just a meeting; it's a system of support and a method for bringing together interested LCMS participants from the United States with overseas partners – like us in Puerto Rico!

The Foro is a space where U.S. congregations, individuals, and local church-planting teams share both the challenges and the triumphs of carrying out God's mission. Together, we chart a course forward, aligning our resources and efforts toward the primary goal of planting authentic Lutheran churches and strengthening existing ones. This approach, already proven effective throughout Latin America and the Caribbean, is built on genuine partnership, mutual learning, and a shared commitment to the Gospel and our Lutheran Confessions.

Why Join the Puerto Rico Foro?

By joining the Puerto Rico Foro, you or your congregation can:

  • Actively Engage: Move beyond passive support and into active engagement with the mission work of the LCMS. This is your chance to truly "plug in" and build direct, personal connections.

  • Have a Strategic Impact: Become part of a coordinated effort that harnesses the resources of the whole church around one goal and one strategy. Your involvement helps support vital work, including theological education, works of mercy (diakonia), and the direct proclamation of the Gospel (martyria).

  • Build Meaningful Partnerships: Work alongside local leaders, missionaries, and fellow U.S. partners, fostering relationships that strengthen the entire body of Christ.

  • Support a Synod-Wide Vision: Participate in a model formally commended by the LCMS (2023 Resolution 2-07A) for its effectiveness in "building partnerships" and "furthering the mission."

Grupo de personas de diferentes edades y estilos vestimentas, participando en un acto o ceremonia en un espacio interior con paredes en proceso de renovación, algunos sosteniendo papeles o libros, probablemente leyendo o cantando, con entrada de luz natural desde el fondo.
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Sign up for the next foro gathering:

We look forward to seeing you October 25, 2025 in Puerto Rico! Please fill out the form below to confirm your attendance at our Puerto Rico Foro. It is essential that we know how many partners are joining us for planning purposes.

We will be in touch once we receive your information!

Esperamos verle del 25 de octubre de 2025 en Puerto Rico. Por favor, rellene el siguiente formulario para confirmar su asistencia. Nos pondremos en contacto con usted en cuanto recibamos su información.