Annual Reports
Annual Report to the ELCA
Congregational Annual Reports—Form A
Annual Reports are expected to be submitted to the ELCA by congregations annually. The ELCA Office of the Secretary receives annual congregation reports (Form A), which are used to update the parochial statistics of the ELCA.
To learn more and file an annual congregation report please, click the button below. You can also access the ELCA's online reporting system here: Annual Congregation Report Online System.
If you have questions, need your congregation information, or need assistance please contact Amy Van Dyke.
Annual Report to the Synod Bishop
All 2025 reports are due by March 15, 2026.
Rostered Minister (RM) Annual Reports to the Synod Bishop
All Ministers of Word and Sacrament and Ministers of Word and Service whether active, on leave or on disability from call, or retired are asked to complete and submit an annual report to the synod bishop each year. The online fillable report forms are available through the buttons below. Please choose the report that applies to you, the Report for Rostered Ministers serving under Call from Church or Synod Council or the Report for Rostered Ministers who are Retired, On Leave, Or On Disability.
Synod Authorized Minister (SAM) Annual Reports to the Synod Bishop
All Synod Authorized Ministers are asked to complete and submit an annual report to the synod bishop each year. The online fillable Report for Synod Authorized Ministers is available through the button below.