[marbren]

But the 'power' in a Lutheran congregation is in the laity who decides monetary issues, calling of a pastor, etc.

This is what I am getting at. Read Scripture, Book of Concord, Your churches constitution and get back to me if you still agree or want to adjust your statement. The Lutheran Church is not a Congregational Church. The LCMS does not follow its rules.

[marbren]

But the 'power' in a Lutheran congregation is in the laity who decides monetary issues, calling of a pastor, etc.

Belteshazzar Is this Lutheran Doctrine?