NEWS
Conference addresses challenges with hope
“The WELS National Conference on Lutheran Leadership was designed with these two thoughts in mind. One, the Lutheran leader trusts firmly in the efficacy and sufficiency of God’s Word,” says Jonathan Hein, coordinator of WELS Congregational Services. “Two, he (or she) also understands that he has the responsibility to . . . (continue reading)
Current news stories
Community news: March 2026
Bethlehem, Menomonee Falls/Germantown, Wis., celebrated the teaching ministry anniversaries of Mike Mittelstadt (30 years) and Kris Strasser (25 years). On...
Keeping neighbors warm
Members at two churches in Two Rivers, Wis., collected and distributed winter wear at area bus...
Preparing hearts for Lent with a good-bye
Teens from Saving Grace participate in Saving Grace’s tradition of saying good-bye to Alleluias. Every Ash...
Finding familiar in the foreign
The setting was foreign in so many ways. As a college mathematics professor and relatively frequent conference presenter, being in...
Moments with missionaries: Evan Chartrand
Starting a church is many things. It’s exciting and exhausting, humbling and rewarding, daunting and wonderful—often all at once. Oh,...
Meet the editorial staff: Michael Seifert
Ever ask yourself, “Who are these people who write for Forward in Christ?” Through this series, you can find out....
Featured video
WELS Ministry to the Military shares devotions for service members. An example is shown below. Share with the service members in your life so that they can subscribe to receive them. Learn more about WELS Ministry to the Military in FIC's February news article, "Providing distinctly Lutheran services to military members."