Training future church planters
In January 2025, three different groups of students from Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary (WLS) went on Winterim trips as part of a special partnership with WELS Home Missions. These trips were…
Supporting expecting mothers in Milwaukee
At St. Marcus, Milwaukee, Wis., members are encouraged to embrace a mentality of “radical withness.” Kate Krieger, ministry coordinator at St. Marcus, explains, “The concept behind this is that one…
WELS news briefs: March 2025
WELS MINISTRY TO THE MILITARY WELS Military Chaplain Paul Horn and his daughter Calliope (a senior at Luther Preparatory School, Watertown, Wis.) traveled to Okinawa, Japan, in January to host…
Aid to Ukrainian Lutheran Church provides help for body and soul
It has been three years since Russia first invaded Ukraine. Cities have been destroyed and infrastructure decimated. The number of casualties Ukraine has suffered is into the tens of thousands.…
Walking alongside those who struggle
According to its “About” page, the made. known. website is dedicated to “walking with you in faith through identity, gender, and sexuality.” The site, launched in summer 2024, was developed…
New director for the Commission on Worship
Paul Prange has accepted the call to serve as director of the Commission on Worship. He replaces Bryan Gerlach, who retired in August 2024. Although Prange has been serving for…
Community news: March 2025
The 2024 celebration of “A Very Special Christmas” marked 20 years of this event for those with special needs taking place at New Life, Kenosha, Wis. Immanuel, Marshall, Wis., also…
Parent conversations: How can Christians combat anxiety?
In this month’s column, Pastor Mike Novotny shares some thoughts on dealing with anxiety. They’re helpful for both kids and adults. Of course, if you or your child is struggling…
My Christian life: Couple finds a church home in multicultural congregation
A couple finds gospel hope and community in their local congregation. Can you see it? Heads turn as the pastor walks to the front of the sanctuary. Surrounding him is…