Free in Christ: Youth confirmation practices
“We will tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the LORD” (Psalm 78:4). Read how congregations are helping equip young adults for lives of faith and love. Family-centered catechism…
At God’s right hand
What Jesus’ ascension means to me. Jesus lived on this earth for about 33 years, keeping God’s law perfectly. As our Savior, he paid the full price for the sins…
World news and commentary: May 2024
Cybercrime and churches Christians are under attack, but this time the culprit is attacking in cyberspace. On Dec. 26, 2023, a cybercrime gang attacked the World Council of Churches (WCC)…
WELS 2024 district conventions
Each of the 12 districts holds a convention each biennium, generally in even-numbered years. (The synod convention is held in odd-numbered years.) Every pastor, professor, and male teacher of the…
Meet the editorial staff: Evan Chartrand
Ever ask yourself, “Who are these people who write for Forward in Christ?” Through this series, you can find out. For Evan Chartrand, recruitment director at Luther Preparatory School, Watertown,…
The Lord’s patient love
“He passed in front of Moses, proclaiming, ‘The LORD, the LORD, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness, maintaining love to thousands, and forgiving…
Community news: May 2024
On April 28, Michigan Lutheran Seminary, Saginaw, Mich., celebrated the 50th anniversary in the teaching ministry of Steven Thiesfeldt. On April 14, Divine Grace, Lake Orion, Mich., celebrated its 50th…
Catechism across a continent
Every year WELS members from across Europe gather for worship and fellowship at an Easter retreat led by the WELS European civilian chaplain. This year, WELS brothers and sisters in…
News you can trust
In February, Forward in Christ started a new column called “World news & commentary.” Offered quarterly, the column will take a broader look at current events and trends, especially how…