The OLCC was organized in 2006 after the charter congregations left the Lutheran Churches of the Reformation.
The OLCC consists of independent Lutheran congregations who are united in doctrine and practice.
The pastoral conference has a chairman who serves as a point of contact for outside groups and congregations.
The OLCC professes that the Book of Concord is in complete agreement with the teachings of the Bible.
The following beliefs distinguish this group from others which likewise profess a quia subscription.