Where are they now? Divine Savior Ministries
In Forward in Christ, we report the news but aren’t always able to follow up. “Where are they now?” is our way of giving you the rest of the story.…
Discover who you are
University study encourages you to explore and discover. Parents need to be a part of that process too. Hannah White My third year of college has given me a perspective…
Close enough to love
A Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on him. (Luke 10:33) Joel C. Seifert “And who is my neighbor?” A religious…
Hindsight shows God’s blessings
Mark G. Schroeder Twenty-five years ago, in the spring of 1994, our synod was facing a time of uncertainty and divided opinions. Eight months earlier at the 1993 synod convention, the synod approved,…
Confessions of faith: Pat Ensign
A woman finally discovers the blessings of Baptism. “I just want to go to heaven,” says 74-year-old Pat Ensign, when asked why she wanted to be baptized. Pat’s baptism was not only a blessing to…
A parent’s worries and advice
A mom discusses the importance of talking to your children about what they may encounter when they go to college. We recently took our 18-year-old to college orientation day. The…
Merging for mission – Part 3
Three congregations become a multi-site as they work to spread the gospel in South Florida. Julie K. Wietzke It started with three congregations—all with their own unique situation—having the same goal: to…
Ambassadors: Help them see Jesus : Part 5
KISS them Kenneth L. Brokmeier We are ambassadors for Christ. Our mission? Preach the good news (cf. Mark 16:15). Previous articles in this series directed us to be ready by studying the Word. We know about praying boldly, confidently, and even dangerously for God to open doors. We recognize that listening carefully is a…
Frogs in heated recliners
Glenn L. Schwanke I wake with a start, and it takes a few moments for me to realize it was only a dream. The dream? I’m sitting at the supper…