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Read more about the article Confessions of faith: Cristina Urbanek

Confessions of faith: Cristina Urbanek

  • Post author:Ann Jahns
  • Post published:2020/06/29
  • Post category:FIC Series/Forward in Christ/FIC Features

Technology offers opportunities to teach a woman from Peru more about God’s grace How does a native of Lima, Peru, become a confirmed member of a WELS church in Wisconsin?…

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Read more about the article Confessions of faith: Anthony and Alex Lleonart

Confessions of faith: Anthony and Alex Lleonart

  • Post author:Rachel Hartman
  • Post published:2020/05/31
  • Post category:FIC Series/Forward in Christ/FIC Features

After attending a Lutheran school and getting a chance to study God’s Word in depth, two brothers become members to prepare for adulthood. “At the time, I didn’t appreciate it…

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Read more about the article Confessions of faith: Qiang Wang

Confessions of faith: Qiang Wang

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  • Post published:2020/04/30
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A Buddhist discovers the truth of God’s Word, a message he now shares with others. “When I preach the gospel to people, people say, ‘You’re a stupid man.’ I just…

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Read more about the article Confessions of faith: Holly Vaden and the Thorsons

Confessions of faith: Holly Vaden and the Thorsons

  • Post author:Rachel Hartman
  • Post published:2020/02/25
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The Holy Spirit used individuals, life circumstances, and a yearning for clarity to draw three friends around God’s Word. More than 20 years ago, Holly Vaden and Anna Thorson became…

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