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 Holman, who…
Moments with missionaries: Steven Saatkamp
What do you do when it suddenly becomes possible for your mission church to hit its long-term goals in months rather than years? That’s the question we’ve been asking ourselves…
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 to…
Book nook: Girl Time: Conversations on Godly Character
This new publication is unlike any book I have ever read! Girl Time: Conversations on Godly Character by Deb Schroeder is part devotional and Bible study guide, part discussion starter,…
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 a unique perspective as she…
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 of the Student Services…
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 Jacob…
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 schools—our future pastors, teachers, and staff…
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, Wis. Affeldt, Stephanie M., to Atonement, Milwaukee, Wis. Aguilar, Kassidy A., to…