Book nook: Esther: Providential Persian Queen
In her new women’s Bible study titled Esther: Providential Persian Queen, Lou Ann Mokwa leads participants into the drama of this real-life story, writing wit...
New director for WELS Special Ministries
Joel Gaertner has started his work as director of the Commission on Special Ministries, taking over for James Behringer who retired in June. “I want to give t...
Church food bank shares love through action
“If anyone has material possessions and sees a brother or sister in need but has no pity on them, how can the love of God be in that person? Dear children, le...
Where are they now? Lucho and Camilo Herrera
In December 2020, Forward in Christ printed a story about brothers Luis “Lucho” and Camilo Herrera. After taking Bible information class at Divine Savior, D...
In-person Christian fellowship in Seoul
Ninety-four confessional Lutherans from 27 countries attended the Confessional Evangelical Lutheran Conference (CELC) convention in Seoul, South Korea, from Jun...
2023 Martin Luther College graduates
To see Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary graduates, visit forwardinchrist.net/2023-wls-grads. Volume 110, Number 7 Issue: July 2023...
2023 Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary graduates
To see Martin Luther College’s graduates, visit forwardinchrist.net/2023-mlc-grads. Volume 110, Number 7 Issue: July 2023 ...
Back to the basics: The Apostles’ Creed
July 1-8: Overview The Ten Commandments summarize God’s law—his commands for all people. The Apostles’ Creed summarizes the gospel, the good news of what ...
Psalms for the seasons of life: June
June 4–10 Psalm 129: “Psalm 129 contrasts with Psalm 128, which speaks of the blessing of the godly. The ungodly, who oppress the godly, will experience no ...
WELS news briefs: June 2023
Ministerial Education In April, Grow in Grace, the institute for continuing education at Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary (WLS), Mequon, Wis., hosted about 200 peopl...
WELS podcasts: Small Talk
Podcast: Small Talk Host: Rachel Kamin Description: “Small Talk is kids sharing the good news about Jesus. Host Rachel Kamin talks with young children from S...
District news: June 2023
SOUTH CENTRAL From April 21–23, Camp Shiloh, Pittsburg, Texas, offered a special needs family camp that included inclusive and appropriate devotions and activ...
A new Lighthouse in Appleton
Lighthouse Youth Center has served Milwaukee’s youth since opening its first location in 2006; two more locations opened in Milwaukee in 2012 and 2020. This A...
Confessions of faith: Gary Lupe
An Apache Christian shares how he was brought out of darkness into God’s wonderful light. Gary Lupe is the first to acknowledge that his faith in Jesus Christ...
A small book with a big impact
WELS Christian Aid and Relief delivers hands-on disaster relief and humanitarian aid to communities around the world. During these times of disaster and trauma,...
Psalms for the seasons of life: May
April 30–May 6 Psalm 103: “Psalm 103 is one of the most beautiful psalms of comfort. It is especially appropriate during sickness or hospitalization. . . . ...
“God can do immeasurably more”
On March 24, WELS Board for Home Missions approved the first new missions and enhancements for the synodwide “100 missions in 10 years” initiative. “Our G...
WELS high schools experiencing record enrollment
This year, enrollment in WELS’ high schools reached more than 7,000 students, a first in WELS history. That is 10.9 percent growth across-the-board since 2020...
Where are they now? Luke and Jennifer Wolfgramm
In Forward in Christ, we report the news but aren’t always able to follow up. “Where are they now?” is our way of giving you the rest of the story. In May...
District news: May 2023
WESTERN WISCONSIN Luther Preparatory School, Watertown, Wis., hosted 236 handbell ringers for the 2023 National WELS Handbell Festival on March 11 and 12. HAPPY...
Meet the editorial staff: Jeremiah Gumm
Ever ask yourself, “Who are these people who write for Forward in Christ?” Through this series, you can find out. This month, Jeremiah Gumm, pastor at King ...
Psalms for the seasons of life: April
April 2–8 Psalm 78: “The introduction stresses the depth and the permanent relevance of God’s revelation. . . . The permanent and enduring relevance of Go...
WELS podcasts: The Lutheran History Podcast
Podcast: The Lutheran History Podcast Host: Rev. Benjamin Phelps Description: “The Lutheran History Podcast interviews professional and independent historian...
Connecting people to the gospel
“I would use the illustration of a switchboard operator from the early days of telephone communication to explain the work of a diaspora ministry facilitator,...