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Read more about the article Free in Christ: Stewardship of time and talents

Free in Christ: Stewardship of time and talents

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  • Post published:2024/09/30
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“Each of you should use whatever gifts you have received to serve others” (1 Peter 4:10). Read how WELS lay members use their gifts in ministry work. Blessed to be…

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Read more about the article Community news: April 2024

Community news: April 2024

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  • Post published:2024/03/29
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Victory, Jacksonville, Fla., celebrated its 25th anniversary on Feb. 25. Bay Pines Lutheran School, Seminole, Fla., celebrated its 50th anniversary on Feb. 25. St. Paul, Stevensville, Mich., celebrated its 125th…

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Read more about the article Where are they now? Grace, Tucson, Ariz.

Where are they now? Grace, Tucson, Ariz.

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  • Post published:2024/02/29
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In January 2019, Forward in Christ featured Grace, Tucson, Ariz., in an article discussing the blessings and challenges of mergers and multi-site ministries. Two small struggling congregations, Peace, Sahuarita, and…

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Read more about the article An end and a beginning for these home missions

An end and a beginning for these home missions

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  • Post published:2021/11/30
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Several home mission congregations are enjoying new or renovated worship spaces. “For those involved in building a church, a church dedication marks the end of a long process,” says Keith…

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