NPH debuts a new series: People’s Bible Devotions
When the first volume (Hebrews) of The People’s Bible series was released by Northwestern Publishing House (NPH) in 1986, it quickly became a favorite Bible commentary...
WELS podcasts: Light Talks with 922 Ministries
Podcast: Light Talks with 922 Ministries Hosts: Ali Novak (current); Jonathan Favorite (past) Description: “In a world that’s loud, the church does not have...
Telling stories of God’s grace
For more than 55 years, Abiding Word has been proclaiming God’s Word in the northwest part of Houston, Texas. Starting as a mission church with two families in...
Looking for a sign
Residents of Stoddard, Wis., always have something to look forward to when driving down Main Street, and it’s not just the ice cream shop or a donut from Kwik...
Community news: October 2025
On June 22, Beautiful Savior, Cincinnati, Ohio, celebrated the 40th anniversary in the pastoral ministry of Thomas Westra. St. John’s, Pardeeville, Wis., celebrated...
A legacy of trust: Celebrating 25 years of WELS Investment Funds
In 2000, WELS launched a new ministry tool with a simple goal: help WELS congregations, schools, and affiliated ministries manage God’s blessings wisely so they...
Meet a delegate: Joel Kassulke
Joel Kassulke went to the synod convention with the intent of learning more about the work of his church body. He returned home with serious thoughts of a change...
“My name will be great among the nations”
In keeping with this year’s theme of “Christ through us,” Steven Prahl, a home missionary at Foundation, Peyton, Colo., encouraged the assembly during his...
Elections usher in change
Election news was a highlight of the 2025 synod convention. New voting devices During the convention orientation on Monday afternoon, delegates received training...
Delegates consider Christ’s work through us
Delegates at this year’s synod convention, held July 21–24 at Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minn., gave a nod to the past while making a stride into the future....
Meet a delegate: John Chung
Meet a delegate: John Chung At age 24, John Chung was likely the youngest delegate at the synod convention. How he came to be a delegate and what he experienced...
Where are they now? Abiding Word, Houston, Texas
In June 2021, Forward in Christ shared stories about how congregations showed Christ’s love in their communities during the pandemic. WELS Christian Aid and Relief...
WELS news briefs: August 2025
WELS MISSIONS In June, Asia Lutheran Seminary (ALS) celebrated its 20th anniversary with a special worship service and banquet in Hong Kong. The milestone served...
WELS podcasts: Diving Into God’s Word
Podcast: Diving Into God’s Word Hosts: Mark Cares, with cohost Jim Description: “One of the many amazing aspects of God’s Word is that it is so simple...
Supporting early childhood ministries
Beginning July 1, Jamie Walta stepped into her new role as the WELS national coordinator of early childhood ministries. The role was first filled in 2011 by Cindi...
Community news: August 2025
Crown of Life, Fort Myers, Fla., sponsored a baby shower for the Central Africa Medical Mission. Ten boxes of donations were sent to the clinics in Zambia and Malawi...
Developing a new theology curriculum
Melanie Giddings just finished her 18th year serving WELS schools. With experience as a classroom teacher and a curriculum coordinator, God has blessed her with...
Mastering special education
Jennifer Ertman is a 2025 Martin Luther College graduate with a master’s degree in special education. Ertman has served as early childhood director and a member...
Following God’s lead
“It’s often easier to see God at work in your life when you look back than when you’re in the thick of it,” shares 2025 Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary graduate...
Encouraging future gospel servants
According to Ted Klug, vice president for enrollment management at Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minn., students who graduate from the synod’s ministerial education...
2025 Martin Luther College graduates
To see Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary’s graduates, visit forwardinchrist.net/2025-wls-graduates. Assignments Teachers Aden, Joshua W., to Christ the Lord, Brookfield,...
2025 Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary graduates
To see Martin Luther College’s graduates, visit forwardinchrist.net/2025-mlc-graduates. Assignments At the Call Day service on May 22, 26 men, two of whom...
Home Missions approves new mission starts and enhancements
On April 3–4, WELS Board for Home Missions approved 11 new missions and enhancements for the synodwide 100 Missions in 10 Years initiative. “Each of the five...
Sharing God’s love across cultures
“We can love all of them, and we can make sure they know we believe God loves them and Jesus loves them. And for some, we’re going to rejoice when we see the...