World news and commentary: May 2026
Global Methodist Church grows At the end of 2025, the Global Methodist Church (GMC) announced that it now includes more than six thousand churches worldwide. The GMC launched on May…
Words matter
It was one of those teachable moments between parent and child. It was around 1995. My young daughter was watching a television show in one room, while I was in…
Activated by the Light
When Jesus shines on us with his forgiveness, then we can do what we are made to do. My solar calculator is truly a marvel. I still have one on…
When Jesus calls
The One who once said, “Come,” now powerfully says, “Go.” The wind was strong. The waves were higher than they should have been. The boat pitched and groaned under the…
Miracles in Mark: Lesson 5
Mark 11:12-25: A quiet temple for the risen Jesus It is Monday morning of Holy Week. Jesus and his disciples are walking the road to Jerusalem. Jesus is hungry. He…
WELS Home Missions approves three new mission starts
At its spring meeting, the WELS Board for Home Missions approved three new mission starts, continuing its work of bringing the gospel to growing communities across the United States while…
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The importance of continuing education for pastors
Every doctor, pilot, and teacher knows that continuing education is not only important but also necessary to serve at the highest level. The same is true for pastors. Wisconsin Lutheran…
Funding helps outreach and relief efforts in Ukraine
As the fifth year of war begins in Ukraine, the Ukrainian Lutheran Church (ULC), along with citizens of Ukraine, continues to experience hardship and suffering. Families have had to flee…
Congregations join to revive ancient vigil
At precisely 7:27 P.M.—sunset—on Saturday, April 4, members from four Lutheran congregations in the Madison, Wis., area, joined around a bonfire to commence a joint Easter Vigil. It’s an ancient…